Altima Ball Joint 1997-2001 OEM DW-K90386

This DriveWorks ball joint for 1997-2001 Nissan Altima restores the control-arm-to-knuckle pivot with a fresh forged housing and sealed boot.

The ball joint is the pivot bearing between the control arm and the steering knuckle. Failed ball joints click over bumps, wander on-center, and can separate under load, dropping the wheel. Replace before failure.

Verify your fitment with the year, make, model, and trim of your vehicle before ordering. If you are not sure, contact us with your VIN or vehicle configuration and we will match the correct part to your application before you buy.

Cross-Reference

Manufacturer part number DW-K90386. This is a DriveWorks catalog part. Confirm the OE reference for your vehicle matches before installing.

Why You Might Need This

A failing ball joint clicks or pops over speed bumps, wanders on-center, and eats tires from the inside edge. Replace before the ball stud separates from the housing - that failure drops the wheel into the fender.

Installation Notes

Front-end alignment is required after replacement. Use the correct press adapter for the vehicle - improvised presses damage the control arm bushing.

Shipping and Returns

Free shipping on orders over $75. Same-day shipping on in-stock parts ordered before 2:00 PM CT weekdays. Orders placed after the same-day cutoff ship the next business day. Every order ships from our climate-controlled warehouse; parts do not sit outside where humidity and temperature swings could damage packaging.

30-day return window on unopened, unused parts in original packaging. Open parts installed without verified fitment: no return, or up to a 40 percent restocking fee depending on condition. Brake friction material (pads and shoes) is safety-critical and cannot be returned once a pad has touched a rotor. If a part does not fit your vehicle as described, we cover the return shipping and make it right.