Dorman 949-853 Air Suspension Spring - Rear Left or Rear Right

Brand Dorman 949-853
Position Rear Left
Bellows Color Black
Bellows Material Rubber
Bellows Material Thickness 0.09
Grade Type Regular
Maximum Height 13
Maximum Load Rating 876.94
Minimum Height 10.32
Mounting Hardware Included No
Mounting Stud Quantity 0
Package Contents 1 Air Suspension Spring; 1 gasket; 1 clip
Fits Mercedes-Benz · 32 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Matches the fit and function of the original air suspension spring.

Rubber bellows. Built for durable, reliable performance with a black finish.

Complete package. Includes the spring, gasket, and clip for installation.

Cross-references Arnott Industries A-2597, SKP SKAS013 and Westar AS-7061 for the same application. See all 6.

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Dorman 949-853 Air Suspension Spring

Dorman 949-853 is an air suspension spring built to match the fit and function of the original rear spring on select Mercedes-Benz vehicles. It uses a black rubber bellows design for durable, consistent suspension support on the rear left or rear right side.

Key Features

  • Direct-fit air suspension spring for specified Mercedes-Benz applications
  • Rubber bellows construction with black finish
  • Engineered for reliable performance and durability
  • Maximum height: 13 in; minimum height: 10.32 in
  • Maximum load rating: 876.94
  • Package contents: air suspension spring, gasket, and clip
  • Cross-reference: Arnott Industries A-2597

Product Details

This air suspension spring is designed for rear suspension service on Mercedes-Benz R-Class models, including the 2006-2013 Mercedes-Benz R350, 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz R320, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R550, 2006-2007 Mercedes-Benz R500, and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG. It is a practical OE-style replacement for restoring rear ride support and maintaining the original suspension geometry on the left or right rear position. The part number 949-853 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs for the same application.

Common Issues It Can Address

  • Rear corner sagging from a worn air spring
  • Uneven ride height between left and right rear suspension
  • Loss of rear suspension support under load
  • Air spring bellows wear, cracking, or leakage
  • Ride quality changes caused by aging suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rear left or rear right position before installation and confirm vehicle fitment by year, model, and suspension layout. Inspect the surrounding air lines, seals, and mounting points for wear before replacing the spring. The included gasket and clip support installation, but mounting hardware is not included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this air suspension spring to match original fit and function and to deliver dependable service in the specified applications. Part number 949-853 is built for the listed Mercedes-Benz R350, R320, R550, R500, and R63 AMG rear positions.

This part fits 32 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeFuel TypePositionNotes
2013Mercedes-BenzR350Rear Left
2013Mercedes-BenzR350Rear Right
2012Mercedes-BenzR350Rear Left
2012Mercedes-BenzR350Rear Right
2011Mercedes-BenzR350AWDGASRear Left
2011Mercedes-BenzR350DIESELRear Left
2011Mercedes-BenzR350AWDGASRear Right
2011Mercedes-BenzR350DIESELRear Right
2010Mercedes-BenzR350Rear Left
2010Mercedes-BenzR350Rear Right
2009Mercedes-BenzR320Rear Left
2009Mercedes-BenzR320Rear Right
2009Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Left
2009Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Right
2008Mercedes-BenzR320Rear Left
2008Mercedes-BenzR320Rear Right
2008Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Left
2008Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Right
2008Mercedes-BenzR550Rear Left
2008Mercedes-BenzR550Rear Right
2007Mercedes-BenzR320Rear Left
2007Mercedes-BenzR320Rear Right
2007Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Left
2007Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Right
2007Mercedes-BenzR500Rear Left
2007Mercedes-BenzR500Rear Right
2007Mercedes-BenzR63 AMGRear Left
2007Mercedes-BenzR63 AMGRear Right
2006Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Left
2006Mercedes-BenzR350GASRear Right
2006Mercedes-BenzR500Rear Left
2006Mercedes-BenzR500Rear Right
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Arnott Industries — A-2597SKP — SKAS013Westar — AS-70614J-2004A128M-15-R2513200025