Bilstein 22-230522 Suspension Strut Assembly - Front

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement Front Strut

The Bilstein B4 OE Replacement front suspension strut assembly is built to restore original ride quality and handling on select Volkswagen and Audi applications. This Bilstein shock absorber is a direct-fit OE-style replacement for drivers who want factory-like control with Bilstein engineering.

Compatible with 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf front, 2015-2019 Volkswagen e-Golf front, 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen front, and 2015 Audi A3 front with sport suspension and a 50mm outside strut diameter.

Key Features

• Bilstein B4 OE Replacement series for factory-style ride restoration
• Front suspension strut assembly for select Volkswagen Golf, e-Golf, Golf SportWagen, and Audi A3 models
• Twintube internal design for consistent damping response
• Stem upper mount and base cup lower mount configuration
• 50mm outer housing diameter
• Black paint finish
• No boot included
• Part number 22-230522

Product Details

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement dampers are engineered to meet or exceed OE standards while preserving the original ride characteristics of the vehicle. This front strut assembly is designed for drivers replacing worn suspension components on Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen e-Golf, Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and Audi A3 models. The twintube construction and OE-style mounting layout support predictable front-end control and a direct replacement fit for the listed applications. Part number 22-230522 is also referenced by OE-style interchange numbers for the same application.

What This Strut Can Help Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after hitting bumps
• Reduced steering stability and road control
• Uneven or inconsistent ride quality from worn struts
• Noisy or loose-feeling front suspension response
• Loss of factory-like damping performance on the listed Volkswagen and Audi models

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front position before installation. This assembly uses a stem upper mount and base cup lower mount, with a 50mm outside strut diameter on the 2015 Audi A3 application. Boot is not included, so reuse or replace related suspension components as needed during service. Professional installation and a post-installation alignment are recommended after front strut replacement.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement parts are built to OE standards for restoring original ride quality and handling. Part number 22-230522 is a Bilstein Shock Absorbers application for direct replacement use on the listed vehicles.