Parts for your 2014 Honda Cr-v-Control arms

2014 Honda CR‑V Control Arms — Purpose, Fitment and Service Advice

Control arms are absolutely fitted to the 2014 Honda CR‑V. The front suspension uses a MacPherson strut with a lower control arm, and the rear is a multi‑link setup using control arms and trailing components. This configuration is documented in Honda’s 2012–2014 CR‑V Factory Service Manual (Suspension section), the Honda Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC), and independent fitment databases used by workshops. So yes — control arms are relevant, serviceable parts on this model.

On this CR‑V, the control arms locate the wheels and let the suspension move in a controlled arc, keeping tyres planted and steering precise. Each arm pivots on rubber bushes and links to the hub via a ball joint, managing geometry like camber and caster as the car rides over bumps and through corners.

Over time, bushes can crack or perish and ball joints can loosen, showing up as clunks over bumps, vague steering, uneven tyre wear, or shimmy under braking. Given many 2014 CR‑Vs are well past 100,000 kilometres, a close look at the arms and bushes during routine servicing is smart.

Replacement and maintenance tips for a 2014 CR‑V:

• Inspect front lower arm bushes for tearing and oil saturation, check ball joints for play and split boots. In the rear, look for worn multi‑link bushes and any corrosion on arms.
• If replacing, consider complete arms with pre‑pressed bushes (and ball joint where applicable) to save labour and ensure proper fit. Quality aftermarket or genuine parts with good corrosion protection are worth the spend.
• Always tighten arm bolts with the vehicle at ride height to avoid pre‑loading the bushes.
• Finish with a full wheel alignment — geometry will shift after bush or arm work.
• Listen for ongoing knocks and recheck torque after a short bedding‑in period if specified by the manufacturer.

For everyday driving in Australia and New Zealand, a visual check every service and a hands‑on inspection of bushes and joints every 20,000–30,000 km keeps the CR‑V tracking straight and tyres wearing evenly. If there’s a persistent pull, uneven tyre wear, or a thud over speed humps, the control arms and related hardware should be first on the checklist.

Popular questions about 2014 Honda CR‑V control arms

How do you know a control arm is worn on a 2014 CR‑V?
Common signs include clunks over bumps, steering wander, vibration when braking, and feathered or uneven tyre wear. A technician will spot torn bushes or a loose ball joint during a suspension check. If symptoms appear after a pothole strike, inspect promptly.

Do you need an alignment after replacing control arms?
Yes. Any change to arms or bushes alters suspension geometry. A four‑wheel alignment restores camber, caster and toe so the CR‑V steers straight and tyres last. Skipping alignment often leads to rapid tyre wear and a crooked steering wheel.

Can just the bushes be replaced, or do you need the whole arm?
Both options exist. Many front lower arm bushes can be pressed in, which is cost‑effective if the arm is sound. Complete arms, however, save labour and come with new bushes (and sometimes a ball joint), making them a tidy solution when multiple components are tired.