Front lower left control arm Honda Civic VIII (UFO) – Meyle HD 31-16 050 0007/HD

Front lower left control arm Honda Civic VIII (UFO) – Meyle HD 31-16 050 0007/HD

Front lower left control arm Meyle HD 31-16 050 0007/HD is a reinforced replacement for the original Honda arm used in the eighth generation Civic (UFO). It connects the front hub carrier to the subframe and guides the front left wheel (driver side on left-hand-drive cars) under load, braking and cornering.

This Meyle HD arm is supplied with a pre-installed rubber bushing in a clamp and an integrated ball joint, so the whole front lower control arm can be replaced as a complete assembly without pressing in separate components.

Meyle HD – reinforced design and 48-month warranty

The Meyle HD range is engineered as an upgrade over standard aftermarket parts. The front lower control arm for Civic VIII features:

• reinforced arm construction for higher stiffness under load,
• high-quality rubber bushing for durability and ride comfort,
• pre-installed ball joint for precise fit and smooth articulation,
• corrosion-resistant surface coating for long service life,
• 48-month warranty from Meyle (according to manufacturer’s conditions).

On cars with higher mileage or driven dynamically, the HD control arm helps restore precise steering response and front-end stability, while offering longer service life than many budget alternatives.

Applications – Honda Civic VIII (UFO)

The control arm fits the following Honda Civic VIII models:

• Honda Civic 3D 2007–2011 – 1.4 (FK1, FN4), 1.8 (FN1, FK2), 2.2 i-CTDi (FK3), 2.0 Type-R (FN2)
• Honda Civic 5D 2006–2011 – 1.4 (FK1, FN4), 1.8 (FN1, FK2), 2.2 i-CTDi (FK3)

Position: front axle, lower, left side (front driver side on LHD cars).

Replaces the following Honda OEM numbers

Meyle HD 31-16 050 0007/HD is a direct replacement for these original Honda control arms:

• 51360-SMG-E01
• 51360-SMG-E02
• 51360-SMG-E03
• 51360-SMG-E04
• 51360-SMG-E05
• 51360-SMG-E06
• 51360-SMG-E07

When should the front lower left arm be replaced?

A worn control arm, bushing or ball joint in the front left suspension of the Civic VIII typically shows as:

• knocking or clunking noises over bumps from the left front corner,
• vague steering feel or instability when changing lanes,
• uneven or accelerated tyre wear on the front axle,
• wheel alignment issues that return after adjustment,
• excessive play detected in the ball joint or bushing during inspection.

Replacing the complete arm with a ready-to-fit Meyle HD unit restores correct geometry and helps keep the Civic’s front end sharp and stable.

FAQ – Meyle HD front lower left control arm Honda Civic VIII

1. Is this arm supplied with both the bushing and the ball joint?
Yes. The Meyle HD 31-16 050 0007/HD arm comes with a pressed-in rubber bushing in the clamp and an integrated ball joint – it is ready for installation.

2. Does it fit both 3-door and 5-door Civic VIII?
Yes, it fits both 3D (FK/FN) and 5D versions with the engines listed above, provided the year and model code match.

3. Is this the correct arm for the Civic Type-R FN2?
Yes, this front lower left control arm is also used on the 2.0 Type-R FN2.

4. How does Meyle HD compare to standard aftermarket arms?
Meyle HD parts are designed as an upgrade: reinforced design, improved materials and an extended 48-month warranty give better durability than many standard aftermarket solutions.

5. Do I need wheel alignment after replacing the left control arm?
Yes. After any work on control arms or ball joints, a proper wheel alignment is recommended to restore correct suspension geometry and prevent uneven tyre wear.