Bilstein 45-242007 Air Suspension Strut - Rear Left

Bilstein B4 OE Replacement (Air) Rear Left Strut

Restore original air suspension performance with the Bilstein B4 OE Replacement (Air) air suspension strut, part number 45-242007. This rear left unit is built for European vehicles that use factory air suspension and connects directly to the original vehicle connectors for a modification-free replacement.

For Audi A8 Quattro and Volkswagen Phaeton applications, this Bilstein shock absorber is engineered to match OE fitment and preserve the factory ride feel. The B4 OE Replacement (Air) line focuses on direct replacement coverage for air suspension systems on select European models.

Key Features

• Air suspension strut for rear left placement
• Bilstein B4 OE Replacement (Air) series
• Twintube internal design
• Black paint finish
• Fork lower mount type with special upper mount type
• Direct connection to original vehicle connectors
• OE-style replacement for factory air suspension systems

Product Details

Bilstein 45-242007 is an OE replacement air suspension strut designed for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. Bilstein supplies original equipment air suspension components, and this B4 OE Replacement (Air) damper follows that OE-focused approach by restoring the factory suspension layout without requiring vehicle modifications. It is a rear left strut for 2004-2009 Audi A8 Quattro, 2010 Audi A8 Quattro, and 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton applications.

This part cross-references OE numbers such as 3D0 616 001 H and 4E0 616 001 T for the same application. The Bilstein 45-242007 is a direct-fit replacement for drivers searching for a rear left air suspension strut for Audi A8 Quattro or Volkswagen Phaeton models.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension sag from a worn air strut
• Uneven ride height at the rear left corner
• Loss of factory ride quality and damping control
• Air suspension noise or inconsistent response from aging components
• Need for an OE-style replacement on Audi A8 Quattro and Volkswagen Phaeton models

Installation Notes

Install on the rear left position only. Verify vehicle year, model, and suspension configuration before ordering, especially on 2004-2009 Audi A8 Quattro applications noted with standard suspension. This strut uses a fork lower mount and special upper mount design, and it connects to the original vehicle connectors for direct replacement service.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein is an OE supplier for air suspension systems, and the B4 OE Replacement (Air) line is built to meet the standards expected for factory-level replacement on European vehicles. Part number 45-242007 is engineered for direct-fit service on the listed Audi and Volkswagen applications.