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RBI100031 - Panhard Rod – Front – LHD

Original price - Original price €250,00
Original price
€250,00
€250,00 - €250,00
Current price €250,00
OEM Part
OEM: Made by an Original Equipment Manufacturer. This part is made by an original equipment manufacturer or under their license, ensuring compatibility and quality.
Brand Lemforder
Panhard Rod - front axle, left-hand drive applications.

The panhard rod locates the front axle laterally relative to the chassis, while the radius arms control fore-and-aft movement. It bolts to a bracket on the axle casing at one end and to a chassis-mounted bracket at the other. Left- and right-hand drive rods are not interchangeable, as the steering box occupies the opposite side of the chassis.

Worn or perished bushes at either eye allow the axle to move sideways under load, giving vague steering and wander.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2016 — Front suspension panhard rod, LHD. Includes 2007-2016 Puma from VIN 7A000001
Alternative Codes
RBI100031

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  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days after dispatch.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days after dispatch.
  • Outside EU/UK: contact us for an estimate.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the front panhard rod do on a Defender?
The front panhard rod locates the front axle laterally on the Land Rover Defender, stopping it moving side to side under load. It bolts between the axle and chassis. This is the LHD (left-hand-drive) version. Lemforder OEM.
Which Defenders does this LHD panhard rod fit?
Fits the Land Rover Defender up to 2016 in left-hand-drive form, including the 2007-2016 Puma from VIN 7A000001. It's the front axle panhard rod. Right-hand-drive vehicles use a different-handed rod, so confirm your layout.
Why does the front panhard rod fail on a Defender?
The panhard rod bushes typically wear or crack with age and off-road use, letting the front axle wander. Signs include steering wander, a clunk over bumps, or the axle sitting off-centre. A bent rod after an impact also needs replacing.
What tools are needed to fit the panhard rod?
Fitting the front panhard rod usually needs basic hand tools to undo the two large mounting bolts, one at the axle and one at the chassis. It's a common DIY job, though the bolts can seize, so penetrating fluid and a breaker bar help.