Monroe 72311 Suspension Strut - Front

Monroe OESpectrum Front Strut 72311

Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72311 is a front suspension strut built to restore factory-style drivability on select Volkswagen applications. It is engineered to deliver precise handling control while reducing noise, vibration, and harshness for a more composed ride.

Compatible With Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Beetle, CC, Eos, Golf, Golf SportWagen, Bora, Passat CC, and Caddy front suspension applications, this Monroe 72311 strut is a direct-fit OE-style replacement for a wide range of models from 2005 through 2022.

Key Features

• Front suspension strut for OE-style ride restoration
• Gas charged unit with automatic rod extension
• Compressed length: 15.375 in.; extended length: 21.75 in.
• Body length: 14.875 in.; travel length: 6.375 in.
• Body type: B4
• Mounting hardware included
• Designed to filter road noise, vibration, and harshness

Product Details

The Monroe OESpectrum line focuses on restoring original factory drivability with controlled damping and predictable response. Part number 72311 uses a gas-charged design that helps the strut rod extend automatically, supporting consistent suspension action during normal driving. For Volkswagen Passat and Volkswagen Jetta front strut replacement, as well as front strut service on Beetle, CC, Eos, Golf, Golf SportWagen, Bora, Passat CC, and Caddy models, this part is built around OE-style fitment and ride behavior.

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

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or reduced damping control
• Noise and vibration from worn suspension components
• Loose or unsettled steering feel over uneven pavement
• Ride quality changes caused by aging original struts
• Front suspension wear on high-mileage Volkswagen vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2012-2022 Volkswagen Passat, front
• Fits 2014-2020 Volkswagen Caddy, front
• Fits 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle, front
• Fits 2015-2019 Volkswagen Jetta, front
• Fits 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC, front
• Fits 2007-2016 Volkswagen Eos, front
• Fits 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, front, with 55 mm outside strut housing diameter
• Fits 2011-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, front, with 55 mm outside strut housing diameter; Generation 6
• Fits 2011-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, front, with 55 mm outside strut housing diameter; Generation 5
• Fits 2010-2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, front
• Fits 2009-2012 Volkswagen Passat CC, front, without sport suspension
• Fits 2005-2010 Volkswagen Bora, front, without sport suspension
• Fits 2005-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, front, Generation 5; without sport suspension
• Fits 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat, front, without sport suspension
• Verify strut housing diameter, suspension package, and model generation before installation.
• Mounting hardware is included; dust shield and bumper stops are not included.

Quality Assurance

Monroe designs the OESpectrum Strut line to match factory drivability targets with controlled handling and reduced harshness. Part number 72311 is built as an OE-style suspension replacement for confirmed Volkswagen front applications and is supported by Monroe’s product engineering standards.