Bilstein 19-045771 Suspension Shock Absorber - Front

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement Front Shock

The Bilstein B4 OE Replacement shock absorber is built to restore original ride quality and handling while meeting or exceeding OE standards. This front suspension shock is a direct-fit option for select Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications with sport suspension.

Part number 19-045771 is part of Bilstein’s B4 OE Replacement line, a series focused on preserving factory ride characteristics with Bilstein’s twin-tube damper design and OE-style mounting points.

Key Features

• Bilstein B4 OE Replacement series for factory-style ride restoration
• Twin-tube internal design for controlled damping response
• Front shock absorber with stem upper mount and clevis lower mount
• Black painted finish
• Boot not included
• Engineered to meet or exceed OE standards

Fitment Details

• Fits 1996-2001 Audi A4, front, sport suspension; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 1996-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, front, sport suspension; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 1998-2000 Audi A6, front, sport suspension; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 1999-2000 Audi A6 Quattro, front, sport suspension; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 1998 Audi A6 Quattro, front, sport suspension from chassis/VIN 4B-W-100001; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 1998-1999 Volkswagen Passat, front, sport suspension; B4 OE Replacement.
• Fits 2000 Volkswagen Passat, front, sport suspension to chassis/VIN 3B-Y-200000; B4 OE Replacement.

What This Shock Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing after bumps or dips
• Reduced front-end control during braking and cornering
• Uneven ride quality caused by worn dampers
• Noisy or loose-feeling suspension response
• Loss of factory-like handling on sport suspension vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify chassis/VIN breakpoints before ordering, especially on 1998 Audi A6 Quattro and 2000 Volkswagen Passat applications. This front shock uses a stem upper mount and clevis lower mount, so confirm the mounting style matches the original part before installation. A professional alignment is recommended after suspension service.

This part cross-references KYB 341207 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement dampers are engineered to support original ride quality and OE-level performance expectations. Part number 19-045771 is built as a direct replacement shock absorber for select Audi and Volkswagen sport suspension applications.