Parts for your 2022 Toyota Camry-Control arms

2022 Toyota Camry Control Arms

Control arms are absolutely relevant on the 2022 Toyota Camry. Technical sources including Toyota’s New Car Features for the XV70 series, the Toyota Repair Manual (TIS) for the 2022 Camry front and rear suspension, and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) all show a MacPherson-strut front end with a lower control arm, plus a multi‑link rear with several control arms/links. So yes—this Camry runs control arms front and rear.

On this model, the front lower control arm locates the wheel hub and knuckle while the strut handles damping and springing. The arm’s rubber (often hydraulic) bushes soak up vibration and manage toe and camber changes as the suspension moves. Out back, the multi‑link arrangement uses separate arms to control toe, camber and fore‑aft movement, giving the Camry that planted, comfy ride Aussies and Kiwis rate highly.

As part of regular servicing (typically every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres), it’s smart to have the control arms and bushes inspected. Look for torn or leaking bushes, cracked dust boots, rust at mounts, or any play at the outer ball joint. If a bush is split or the arm is bent from a kerb hit, replacement is the go. Depending on variant, the outer ball joint may be replaced with the arm or serviced separately—your parts catalogue call will confirm.

• Common symptoms of worn control arms/bushes:
  • Clunks over bumps or a dull thud on take‑off/braking
  • Steering shimmy, tramlining or pulling
  • Uneven or rapid tyre wear
  • Rear‑end squirms or feels floaty mid‑corner

Replacement tips: torque all arm bolts at normal ride height, not with the wheels hanging. Always get a wheel alignment afterwards—front camber/caster and rear toe/camber can shift when arms or bushes are changed. Use new one‑time‑use nuts/bolts where Toyota specifies, follow factory torque specs, and consider replacing arms/bushes in axle pairs for balanced handling. After a big knock or pothole strike, an early inspection can save tyres and keep the Camry tracking straight.

• Good practice:
  • Inspect every service or 20,000–30,000 km if driven on rough roads
  • Keep tyres correctly inflated and rotated to reduce bush stress
  • Recheck fastener torque after a few hundred kilometres if bushes were preloaded

FAQs

Does a 2022 Toyota Camry have control arms?
Yes. The front uses a MacPherson strut with a lower control arm, and the rear is a multi‑link setup with several control arms/links. This layout is detailed in Toyota’s New Car Features, Repair Manual and EPC for the XV70‑series Camry.

How long do control arm bushes last on a 2022 Camry?
Many owners see 80,000–150,000 km, but heat, road quality and driving style matter. If you notice clunks, vague steering or uneven tyre wear, get the bushes checked sooner. A quick look during each scheduled service is the easy way to stay ahead of wear.

Do I need a wheel alignment after replacing control arms?
Absolutely. Changing arms or bushes can alter camber, caster and toe. A proper alignment restores steering feel, tyre life and braking stability—and is recommended by workshop procedures after suspension work.