Vaico V10-4955 Suspension Strut - Front

Front Suspension Strut for VW and Audi

VAICO V10-4955 is a front suspension strut built as a gas pressure shock absorber for select Volkswagen and Audi applications. With a housing diameter of 55 mm, length of 442 mm, and overall height of 159 mm, it is specified for front suspension service where controlled damping and stable ride response are required.

Compatible With 2005-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, GTI, and Eos front suspension applications, plus select Audi A3 and A3 Quattro front fitments. The VAICO brand line focuses on OE-style replacement parts for European vehicles, and this strut follows that approach with application-specific dimensions and fitment coverage.

Key Features

• Part number: V10-4955
• Front suspension strut for select Volkswagen and Audi models
• Gas pressure shock absorber design for consistent damping response
• Housing diameter: 55 mm
• Length: 442 mm
• Height: 159 mm
• Width: 162 mm
• Weight: 4.362 kg
• Fits front positions only

Detailed Description

VAICO V10-4955 is a suspension strut engineered for front-end replacement on select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, GTI, Eos, and Audi A3/A3 Quattro vehicles. The gas pressure design supports controlled suspension movement and consistent road contact, while the listed dimensions help confirm application-specific fitment before installation. This part number, V10-4955, also cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

For buyers searching for a front strut for 2006-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, a front suspension strut for 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, or a front shock absorber for Audi A3 Quattro, this part provides a direct OE-style replacement path. It is also listed for 2006-2007 Volkswagen GTI and 2008 Volkswagen Eos front applications, along with select 2005-2006 Jetta and 2006-2013 Audi A3/A3 Quattro fitments.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
• Reduced damping control over bumps and uneven pavement
• Nose dive during braking
• Uneven ride response from a worn front strut
• Front suspension noise related to degraded strut performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s chassis, suspension grade, and VIN breakpoints before ordering, especially on Audi A3 and Volkswagen Eos applications with noted suspension variations. Confirm front-position fitment and compare the listed dimensions to the removed part before installation. Because this is a suspension strut, professional alignment is recommended after replacement.

Quality Assurance

VAICO supplies European vehicle replacement parts with application-specific fitment data and OE-style specifications. V10-4955 is cataloged with detailed dimensional information and confirmed front fitment coverage for select Volkswagen and Audi models.