Bilstein 24-262323 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

Bilstein B8 Rear Shock for Lowered Audi

The Bilstein B8 Performance Plus rear shock absorber is built for Audi owners upgrading to lowering springs and looking for tighter control at the rear axle. This Bilstein shock absorber uses a monotube design and application-specific valving to improve handling response while maintaining OE-level quality standards.

Compatible with select 2017-2021 Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A4, Audi A5 Quattro, Audi A5 Sportback, Audi S4, Audi S5, and Audi S5 Sportback rear applications without electronic suspension. Part number 24-262323 is a direct-fit performance damper for lowered street setups.

Key Features

• B8 Performance Plus series rear shock absorber
• Monotube internal design for consistent damping response
• Application-specific valve settings for lowered suspension use
• Yellow painted finish
• Upper mount type: stem
• Lower mount type: eye 12.1mm
• Boot not included
• Built and tested to meet or exceed OE standards

Product Details

Bilstein B8 Performance Plus dampers are engineered as an upgrade over original equipment dampers when paired with aftermarket lowering springs. On Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A5 Sportback, and related rear applications, the monotube construction helps deliver more precise damping control and a sportier ride character without changing the vehicle’s basic suspension layout. The part number 24-262323 is part of Bilstein’s B8 Performance Plus line, which focuses on performance-oriented street use with lowered ride height.

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

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear suspension bounce after lowering springs are installed
• Reduced rear-end control during cornering and lane changes
• Soft or worn OE rear shock performance
• Unstable ride quality on lowered Audi chassis
• Loss of damping consistency under repeated suspension movement

Installation Notes

Fits 2017-2021 Audi A4 Quattro, rear, without electronic suspension. Fits 2017-2020 Audi A4, rear, without electronic suspension. Fits 2018-2021 Audi A5 Quattro, rear, without electronic suspension. Fits 2018-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, rear, without electronic suspension. Fits 2018-2021 Audi S4, rear, without electronic suspension. Fits 2018-2021 Audi S5, rear, without electronic suspension. Fits 2018-2021 Audi S5 Sportback, rear, without electronic suspension.

Verify that the vehicle does not use electronic suspension before ordering. This rear shock is intended for use with lowering springs and should be matched to the correct rear application and mount style during installation.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein tests B8 Performance Plus dampers to quality standards that meet or exceed OE requirements. The 24-262323 part number is backed by Bilstein’s suspension engineering and performance-focused product line for Audi applications.