2021 BMW X3 Suspension Parts

This table covers the ball joints that articulate each control arm at the knuckle. Read more

This group shows a single part: MEVOTECH MS10598.

This table covers the coil springs that carry vehicle weight at each corner. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a clunk through the spring, or a broken coil that you can see from the wheel well. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats and isolators while the spring is out. Read more

SUPLEX supplies the 5 Coil Spring parts for the 2021 BMW X3.

Part numbers include SUPLEX 06586, SUPLEX 06587 and SUPLEX 06588, among others listed above.

This table covers the control arms that locate each hub relative to the chassis. Typical signs include clunks over bumps, a wander on the highway, or inner-edge tire wear. Get an alignment after any control-arm work, and inspect the ball joint and bushings that came with the arm. Read more

52 Control Arm parts for the 2021 BMW X3 come from 5 brands — MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DELPHI and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH CMS101574. They are grouped as Daily Driver and Economy, with Daily Driver the largest group at 36 parts from SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, DELPHI and 1 other brand.

This table covers the bushings pressed into each control arm. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

5 Control Arm Bushing parts for the 2021 BMW X3 come from 2 brands — SUSPENSIA and DORMAN. The "Popular" part is SUSPENSIA X05BU0085.

In the Daily Driver grade, SUSPENSIA supplies 3 parts: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is SUSPENSIA X05BU0085.

The Economy section lists 2 options from DORMAN — the catalog's value-priced group. DORMAN 533635 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: SUSPENSIA X05BU0085, SUSPENSIA X05BU1297 and SUSPENSIA X05BU1276, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Control Arm nuts. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW X3 — REIN HWN0119.

This table covers the Ride Height sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors. Read more

4 Ride Height Sensor parts for the 2021 BMW X3 come from 3 brands — ARNOTT, FCS and MONROE.

Listed part numbers: ARNOTT RH4387, ARNOTT RH3718 and FCS HS008, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed. Read more

17 Shock / Strut parts for the 2021 BMW X3 come from 5 brands — FCS, BILSTEIN, ARNOTT and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FCS 334107L.

In the Increased Handling/Stability grade, BILSTEIN supplies 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Increased Handling/Stability" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BILSTEIN 22305169.

The Original Ride Quality section lists 5 options from FCS and ARNOTT — grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FCS 334107L is listed in this group.

9 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers complete strut assemblies with the spring already installed. Read more

18 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts for the 2021 BMW X3 come from 3 brands — PRT, FCS and TOP NOTCH. The "Popular" part is FCS 1334106R.

The Economy section: 8 options from PRT. PRT 920817 is listed in this group.

The Original Ride Quality section: 10 options from FCS and TOP NOTCH. FCS 1334106R is listed in this group.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

This group shows a single part: VAICO V204750.

This table covers the upper mounts (and bearings) a strut bolts through at the tower. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

4 Shock / Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2021 BMW X3, from KYB, MEVOTECH, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and 1 other brand.

The Daily Driver section: 2 options from KYB and MEVOTECH. KYB SM5987 is listed in this group.

Economy: 1 part, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL. A representative part number is DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714367.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

Part numbers include KYB SM5987, MEVOTECH MP908992 and DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714367, among others listed above.

This table covers the links that connect the anti-roll bar to each control arm or strut. Typical signs include a clunk on one wheel over a driveway, or a rattle that goes away when you lean on the bar. Replace links in pairs; a seized stud often takes the bushing with it. Read more

18 Sway Bar Link parts for the 2021 BMW X3 come from 6 brands — MEVOTECH, DORMAN, SUSPENSIA and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TC6991.

Daily Driver: 14 parts, from DORMAN, SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH and 2 other brands. A representative part number is DELPHI TC6991.

The Economy section: 4 options from MEVOTECH and BECK/ARNLEY. BECK/ARNLEY 1018476 is listed in this group.