Bilstein 19-019963 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

Bilstein B4 Rear Shock Absorber

The Bilstein B4 OE Replacement shock absorber is built to restore original ride quality and handling for Volkswagen Golf and Jetta rear suspension applications. Part number 19-019963 is engineered to meet or exceed OE standards while delivering the controlled damping expected from Bilstein.

• Bilstein B4 OE Replacement series for OE-style ride restoration
• Twintube internal design for consistent damping response
• Black paint finish
• Rear suspension shock absorber application
• Upper stem mount and lower eye mount, 10.2 mm
• No boot included

OE Replacement Series Details

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement dampers are focused on preserving factory ride characteristics rather than changing the vehicle’s suspension feel. This makes 19-019963 a practical choice for drivers who want to return a Volkswagen Golf or Volkswagen Jetta to original-style comfort, control, and road manners with Bilstein build quality.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, rear. Manufacturer Body Code: A3; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 1994-1998 Volkswagen Golf, rear.
• Fits 1987-1992 Volkswagen Golf, rear.
• Fits 1997-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, rear.
• Fits 1990-1992 Volkswagen Jetta, rear.

Common Replacement Uses

• Restoring worn rear shock absorber performance
• Reducing excessive bouncing after bumps
• Improving rear suspension control and stability
• Replacing a leaking or noisy OE-style damper
• Returning ride quality closer to factory feel

Installation Notes and Quality

Verify rear fitment by model year before ordering, and match the upper stem and lower eye mount style to the existing suspension hardware. The black-painted twintube construction is intended for direct OE-style replacement use on the listed Volkswagen Golf and Jetta applications. Bilstein B4 OE Replacement parts are engineered to meet or exceed OE standards for consistent performance.