Monroe 72549 Suspension Strut - Front

Monroe OESpectrum Strut for Volkswagen Jetta

The Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72549 is a front suspension strut for 2011-2015 Volkswagen Jetta models with a 50 mm outside strut housing diameter. It is built to restore factory drivability and road control while reducing noise, vibration, and harshness.

For Volkswagen Jetta front suspension service, this Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72549 provides OE-style handling precision and consistent damping response. It is a direct-fit suspension strut for the specified Jetta applications and is gas charged for automatic rod extension.

Key Features

• Fits 2011-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, front, with 50 mm outside strut housing diameter
• Monroe OESpectrum Strut line focused on factory-style ride control and drivability
• Gas charged unit with automatic strut rod extension
• Extended bumper stop included
• Mounting hardware included
• Compressed length: 15.39 in; extended length: 21.77 in; travel length: 6.38 in
• Body length: 14.37 in; body type: B3

Detailed Description

Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72549 is engineered for the front suspension of the 2011-2015 Volkswagen Jetta with a 50 mm outside strut housing diameter. The OESpectrum strut line is designed to bring back original factory drivability and performance by balancing handling control with isolation from road noise and vibration. This makes it a practical choice for drivers replacing a worn front strut on a Volkswagen Jetta.

This part cross-references KYB 334834 and Focus Auto Parts 1335576 for the same application. It also aligns with OE reference numbers 1K0413031BE and 5C0413031AH for the listed Volkswagen Jetta fitment.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
• Reduced steering response during braking and cornering
• Noise and vibration from worn suspension damping
• Uneven ride quality caused by a fatigued front strut
• Loss of control over road imperfections on a Volkswagen Jetta

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 50 mm outside strut housing diameter before ordering. Confirm front-position fitment on 2011-2015 Volkswagen Jetta models and compare the original strut dimensions to the listed compressed length, extended length, and travel length. Replace related wear components as needed during suspension service, and follow factory torque specifications during installation.

Quality Assurance

Monroe designs the OESpectrum line to restore factory-style ride characteristics while filtering out noise, vibration, and harshness. The gas-charged strut construction supports consistent extension and controlled suspension response for the specified Volkswagen Jetta applications.