Dorman 544-574 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer

Dorman 544-574 Steering Tie Rod End

Dorman 544-574 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner front outer applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end and is evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation.

Key Features

• Direct replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment
• Threaded design with female and male end configuration
• Powder-coated steel housing for durable corrosion resistance
• Polymer bearing material and polychloroprene dust boot
• Mounting hardware included
• No grease fitting included
• Gray finish

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 544-574, is built for front outer steering service on select 2005-2012 Ford Escape, 2006-2011 Mercury Mariner, and 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute applications. It is a direct OE replacement that helps restore precise steering response where wear at the outer tie rod end can affect alignment and road feel. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES800846 for the same application.

Constructed with a steel housing, polymer bearing material, and a polychloroprene dust boot, the 544-574 is made for dependable steering linkage service. The threaded design supports the specified vehicle applications, including 2009 Ford Escape, front outer; 2009 Mazda Tribute, front outer; and 2009 Mercury Mariner, front outer. The Dorman 544-574 name is also commonly searched by shoppers looking for a Ford Escape front outer tie rod end or Mazda Tribute steering tie rod end replacement.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or wandering steering feel
• Clunking or play in the front steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
• Steering response issues from a damaged outer tie rod end
• Alignment instability after tie rod wear

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2010-2012 Ford Escape, front outer
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Escape, front outer
• Fits 2010-2011 Mazda Tribute, front outer
• Fits 2006-2007 Mercury Mariner, front outer
• Fits 2009 Ford Escape, front outer, from 6/04/09
• Fits 2009 Mazda Tribute, front outer, 14 mm thread at inner end or from 6/04/09
• Fits 2009 Mercury Mariner, front outer, from 6/04/09
• Fits 2008 Mazda Tribute, front outer, 14 mm thread at inner end

Verify the inner-end thread specification and vehicle build date before installation, especially on 2008-2009 Mazda Tribute and 2009 Ford Escape or Mercury Mariner applications. After replacement, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to confirm steering geometry.

Quality Assurance

Dorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to help confirm smooth, safe operation. The part number 544-574 is engineered as a direct replacement for the listed Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner front outer applications.