{"product_id":"9063261300-rear-shock","title":"Mercedes Sprinter Rear Shock Absorber – Bilstein B4 OE Replacement | Sprinter 3500 | #9063261300 (2010–2018)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorn rear shocks on a loaded Sprinter 3500 mean excessive body bounce, reduced braking stability, and accelerated wear on rear suspension components. On a van that regularly operates at or near gross vehicle weight, rear damping performance isn't just about ride comfort — it directly affects handling and safety under load. This is the Bilstein B4 OE Replacement rear shock for the standard-suspension NCV3 Sprinter 3500, engineered to restore factory damping performance with the added benefit of Bilstein's world-class build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Part Does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe rear shock absorber controls suspension compression and rebound at the rear axle, keeping the tires in contact with the road surface and the rear of the van stable under load. On a 3500-series Sprinter carrying payload, worn shocks allow the rear suspension to bounce and wallow — increasing stopping distances, reducing steering stability, and causing uneven rear tire wear. Bilstein's B4 series is specifically valve-tuned to restore OE ride characteristics with consistent damping performance across the full load range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB4 OE Replacement — What That Means\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Bilstein B4 is not a performance upgrade — it's an OE-equivalent replacement engineered to match factory ride quality and damping specs exactly. It's the right choice when you want factory performance restored with Bilstein's manufacturing quality and backed by Bilstein's lifetime warranty to the original purchaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Symptoms of Worn Rear Shocks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eExcessive bouncing or wallowing over bumps, especially when loaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRear end sway or instability during lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIncreased stopping distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCupping or scalloping on rear tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRear suspension bottoming out under normal payload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration Specific — Important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis shock fits Sprinter 3500 models with standard duty suspension only — without the heavy duty rear suspension option. Always verify your suspension configuration and VIN before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 – RWD, Standard Duty Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2007–2018 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 – Standard Duty Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFits left or right rear position. Two required per vehicle. Always verify your suspension configuration and VIN before ordering. Contact us and we'll confirm fitment before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMercedes OEM Reference: 9063261300 \/ A9063261300 \/ 906-326-13-00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBilstein: 19-169163 (B4 OE Replacement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCross Reference: 9063261200, 68013629AA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueTec Sprinter Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46315425366190,"sku":"9063261300B4","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9077\/1374\/files\/9063261300-REARSHOCK.jpg?v=1742487600","url":"https:\/\/shop.bluetecsprinterparts.com\/products\/9063261300-rear-shock","provider":"BlueTec Sprinter Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}