Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts

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If you’re in search of Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts aftermarket or OEM parts, consider your search over! Advance Auto Parts carries 36 Shocks and Struts from top brands with prices ranging from $16.99 to $409.99.

Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of Shocks and Struts for your Volkswagen Passat.

And don’t forget to read customer reviews across all Shocks and Struts categories in our catalog. Buy with confidence by leveraging past customer experiences of our aftermarket and OEM parts.

At Advance Auto Parts, we don’t think top quality Shocks and Struts have to cost top dollar, and we prove it. Browse our top Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts below, order online to ship to your home, or head into your nearest Advance Auto Parts location to get started.

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Essential Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts

KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB101)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$21.99
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB125)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$36.99
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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Rare Parts – Strut Mount Insulator Bushing (Part No.RP18920)

Strut Mount Insulator Bushing

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$70.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Prevents tire noise and vibration
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Monroe – OESpectrum Suspension Strut (Part No.72311)

OESpectrum Suspension Strut

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$219.99
Featuring a vehicle-specific design, Monroe Quick-Strut strut assemblies are fit checked, ride tested and engineered to restore factory ride height and ride performance. An all-in-one solution, the Monroe Quick-Strut strut assembly simplifies the installation process by including all the required components in a single unit. With a heritage of delivering leading-edge products for over 100 years, you can count on Monroe for your next repair.

Product Features:
  • QUICKER, SAFER, EASIER AND COMPLETE REPAIR – Includes everything you need for strut replacement in a single, fully assembled unit with no need for a spring compressor
  • RESTORES RIDE HEIGHT – Precisely calibrated to meet the OE design, each application-specific coil spring type is engineered to restore ride height and support the vehicle’s weight
  • VEHICLE-SPECIFIC DESIGN – Application-specific coil spring, mount and strut designs ensure optimized ride and handling experience unique to each vehicle profile
  • OE QUALITY – Preassembled upper strut mount, coil spring, and strut feature an OE-style design for seamless fit, form, and function
  • MAINTAINS VEHICLE CONTROL – Reduces body sway, vibration and road harshness before it reaches the passenger cabin for improved vehicle handling
  • IMPROVES STEERING – Premium upper strut mount helps ensure smooth, “like-new” steering precision and prevents noise, vibration, harshness and memory steer
  • RUST RESISTANCE – Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s Limited Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference
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Monroe – OESpectrum Suspension Strut (Part No.72312)

OESpectrum Suspension Strut

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$165.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe OESpectrum struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS – Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
  • CONSISTENT RIDE – OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration (on most applications)
  • LONGER SERVICE LIFE – Chrome-plated piston, bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal provide durability and longer service life (where applicable)
  • OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER – Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s Limited Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference
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Suncore – Quick Strut (Part No.55S11271)

Quick Strut

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$114.99
Quick Strut

Suncore – Quick Strut (Part No.55S11272)

Quick Strut

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$114.99
Quick Strut

Whiteline – Strut Mount Bushing (Part No.KCA476)

Strut Mount Bushing

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$251.99
Whiteline offset strut tops allow for extra negative camber and positive caster to improve steering response, steering feel and reduced movement to ensure wheel alignment stability through a high quality spherical bearing. Perfect for the high performance street or track day weapon, providing improved tyre life and extra grip during high speed / high load cornering.

Product Features:
  • Whiteline’s latest technology synthetic elastomer formulation boasts resistance to oil, grease, ozone and weathering.
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Rein – Suspension Protection Boot (Part No.SCB0357)

Suspension Protection Boot

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$16.99
Rein suspension components are manufactured with premium OE quality materials designed to withstand the high demands of automotive suspension systems. Rein suspension components are designed to resist excessive heat, oil and ozone factors that breakdown rubber and cause premature failure in suspension systems.

Product Features:
  • Rein suspension components are manufactured with premium materials which offer maximum protection from premature failures.
  • Rein suspension components are designed as direct-fit replacements to ensure trouble-free proper installation.
  • Part has a high corrosion resistance for maximum life
  • Matches original equipment design specifications
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Rein – Suspension Protection Boot (Part No.SCB0362)

Suspension Protection Boot

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$28.99
Worn suspension can cause loose steering, increased wear on tires, excess noise and lead to misalignments. Rein Automotive OE quality suspension parts are direct replacements for OE suspension parts and will reduce the wear on tires and reduce noise as well as tighten steering. Rein Automotive suspension parts come with the mounting hardware if required.

Product Features:
  • Produced with high quality materials to ensure maximum life and a smooth ride.
  • Manufactured to strict engineering standards/specifications in materials and tolerances.
  • Part has a high corrosion resistance for maximum life.
  • Matches original equipment design specifications.
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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.343281)

Gas Shock

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$118.99
Product Features:
  • Twin-Tube Technology, designed for European cars
  • Specifically calibrated to help restore the original handling and control characteristics of your European sedan
  • Uses a seamless working cylinder matched with a Teflon coated piston band for a positive seal and longer life
  • Triple chrome plated piston rod and multi-lip oil seals that reduce wear
  • Solid seamless mounting eye rings and bolt bushings to eliminate rattles
  • Engineered to help vehicles with electronic safety systems (ESC, ABS, etc.)
  • To reduce the chance of noise and vibration KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number: SM5237
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Monroe – RideSense Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.C1514)

RideSense Suspension Shock Absorber

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$409.99
Designed to OE specifications, get a comfortable and controlled ride with Monroe® RideSense shocks. These shocks feature Continuously Variable Semi-Active Suspension (CVSAe) external valve technology that works with OE electronic control unit (ECU) to deliver optimal control, comfort and road-holding capabilities in a variety of driving conditions. A direct OE replacement, RideSense shocks feature the same fit and CVSAe technology as the factory shocks.

Product Features:
  • DIRECT OE REPLACEMENT — Designed to OE specs with the same fit and valving for premium European vehicles originally equipped with electronic suspension; check catalog for fitment
  • EASY TO INSTALL – Features an electronic cable for direct “plug and play” installation; connects into electronic control unit that is part of the vehicle’s OE suspension and mounting locations that matches OE design for easy installation
  • RESPONSIVE — Connects to the vehicle’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU), reacting in real time to signals from the ECU, dynamically adjusting damping performance to any change in driving conditions for a more consistent and controlled ride
  • INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY — Monroe’s Continuously Variable Semi-Active (CVSAe) Intelligent Suspension technology works with the OE electronic control unit to deliver optimal control and road-holding capabilities in a variety of conditions
  • BUILT TO LAST — Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the chrome-plated piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • RUST RESISTANCE — Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE — Comes with Monroe’s limited warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference Guarantee
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Monroe – OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.39102)

OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber

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$139.99
Providing an exceptional level of handling precision and control, Monroe OESpectrum Monotube shocks are designed for vehicles originally equipped with monotube shock absorbers. OESpectrum Monotube shocks filter out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Full displaced valving adjusts to road extremes to provide a smooth ride while free floating dividing piston separates fluid from high-pressure gas charging for reduced shock fade and aeration
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – High pressure nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and tight damping response provides vehicle control
  • CONSISTENT RIDE – High-temperature OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • MAINTAINS STABILITY – Monotube technology maintains vehicle control over bumps, dips and potholes for vehicles originally equipped with monotube shocks and struts
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and high-strength pressure tube for better control, increased durability and longer service life
  • BUILT TO LAST – Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s Limited Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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Monroe – OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.5529)

OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber

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$83.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe OESpectrum passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS – Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE – OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • BUILT TO LAST – Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s Limited Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
  • Premium – Limited Warranty
  • For Commercial Usage Refer to Product Limited Warranty
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Monroe – RideSense Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.C1517)

RideSense Suspension Shock Absorber

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$409.99
Designed to OE specifications, get a comfortable and controlled ride with Monroe® RideSense shocks. These shocks feature Continuously Variable Semi-Active Suspension (CVSAe) external valve technology that works with OE electronic control unit (ECU) to deliver optimal control, comfort and road-holding capabilities in a variety of driving conditions. A direct OE replacement, RideSense shocks feature the same fit and CVSAe technology as the factory shocks.

Product Features:
  • DIRECT OE REPLACEMENT — Designed to OE specs with the same fit and valving for premium European vehicles originally equipped with electronic suspension; check catalog for fitment
  • EASY TO INSTALL – Features an electronic cable for direct “plug and play” installation; connects into electronic control unit that is part of the vehicle’s OE suspension and mounting locations that matches OE design for easy installation
  • RESPONSIVE — Connects to the vehicle’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU), reacting in real time to signals from the ECU, dynamically adjusting damping performance to any change in driving conditions for a more consistent and controlled ride
  • INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY — Monroe’s Continuously Variable Semi-Active (CVSAe) Intelligent Suspension technology works with the OE electronic control unit to deliver optimal control and road-holding capabilities in a variety of conditions
  • BUILT TO LAST — Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the chrome-plated piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • RUST RESISTANCE — Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE — Comes with Monroe’s limited warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference Guarantee
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Rare Parts – STRUT MOUNT (Part No.RP53921)

STRUT MOUNT

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$122.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE requirements
  • Helps restore vehicle ride.
  • Reduces tire wear
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Rare Parts – Strut Mount (Part No.RP18872)

Strut Mount

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$70.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Prevents tire noise and vibration
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Rein – Strut Mount (Part No.AVQ0029R)

Strut Mount

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$28.99
Anti-vibration parts dampen vibration harmonics from the engine and drive line components to the rest of the vehicle. This in turn reduces vibration and noise which can be felt and heard while the vehicle is in operation. Rein Automotive anti-vibration parts are application specific and match the design and function of the OE parts.

Product Features:
  • Rubber components match the shore hardness of the original equipment bushing to ensure maximum performance and product longevity.
  • Manufactured to strict engineering standards/specifications in materials and tolerances.
  • High corrosion resistance.
  • Matches original equipment design specifications.
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Rare Parts – Strut Mount (Part No.RP18871)

Strut Mount

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$70.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Prevents tire noise and vibration
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Rein – Strut Mount (Part No.AVQ0416)

Strut Mount

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$43.99
Anti-vibration parts dampen vibration harmonics from the engine and drive line components to rest of the vehicle. This in turn reduces vibration and noise which can be felt and heard while the vehicle is in operation. Rein Automotive anti-vibration parts are application specific and match the design and function of the OE parts

Product Features:
  • Manufactured to strict engineering standards/specifications in materials and tolerances
  • Rubber components match the shore hardness of the original equipment mount to ensure maximum performance and product longevity
  • High corrosion resistance
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Dorman – STRUT BELLOWS (Part No.540-206)

STRUT BELLOWS

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$29.99
STRUT BELLOWS

Monroe – Shock-Mate Suspension Shock Absorber Bellows (Part No.SA1997)

Shock-Mate Suspension Shock Absorber Bellows

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$26.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Monroe – Strut-Mate Suspension Strut Bumper and Bellows Kit (Part No.63618)

Strut-Mate Suspension Strut Bumper and Bellows Kit

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$30.99
Designed to protect the strut, the Monroe Strut-Mate Boot Kit is the perfect replacement for a damaged jounce bumper or boot. Heavy-duty construction and unique design features make it the ideal choice for maximum rod protection and improved strut life.

Product Features:
  • REPLACES DAMAGED JOUNCE BUMPER OR BOOT – Avoid premature strut failure by replacing missing or damaged strut components
  • PROTECTS PISTON ROD – Protects piston rod finish from rust and corrosion and helps reduce oil leakage
  • KEEPS MOISTURE AND DIRT OUT – Self-draining design eliminates retention of moisture and other unwanted debris
  • ENHANCES STRUT LIFE – Delivers protection from severe suspension movement to improve strut durability
  • PERFECT PAIRING – Ideal match to protect strut rods, replace all worn strut components with quality Monroe struts (sold separately) for a complete four-corner ride control upgrade
  • EASY TO INSTALL – Direct fit OE replacement with firm friction connection that helps keep the boot in place
  • BUILT TO LAST – Soft-entry jounce bumper made of closed cell, micro-cellular urethane for maximum durability and to help reduce severe impacts
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MOOG – Strut Bellows (Part No.K90462)

Strut Bellows

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$35.99
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Suspension Shock Absorber Bellows (Part No.SA1998)

Shock-Mate Suspension Shock Absorber Bellows

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$24.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Shocks and Struts Brands You Can Trust For Your Volkswagen Passat

9 trusted brands of Shocks and Struts line our shelves, ready to help keep your Volkswagen Passat running smooth. Below are some of the most popular brands and their top Shocks and Struts offerings:

Most Purchased Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts from Monroe

When you buy the most frequently purchased Monroe brand Shocks and Struts, you can be confident it will be the right part for your Volkswagen Passat. Here are the Monroe Shocks and Struts Advanced Auto customers buy the most:
OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber
from $100.99
(9)
OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber
Rear Shock and Struts
OESpectrum Suspension Strut
from $219.99
(3)
OESpectrum Suspension Strut
Front Shock and Struts
Strut Bellows
from $36.99
(12)
Strut Bellows
Strut Bellows

FAQs for Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts

What are the most purchased Shocks and Struts for the Volkswagen Passat?

Out of 36 Shocks and Struts for the Volkswagen Passat, the most popular in our inventory are:
Strut Bellows
from $36.99
(12)
Strut Bellows
Strut Bellows
Strut Bellows
from $35.99
(10)
Strut Bellows
Shock Boots, Levelers, and Accessories
Jounce Bumper and Bellows
from $21.99
(6)
Jounce Bumper and Bellows
Shock Boots, Levelers, and Accessories

What are the top-rated Volkswagen Passat Shocks and Struts?

Top-rated Shocks and Struts for your Volkswagen Passat based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Strut-Mate Suspension Strut Bumper and Bellows Kit
from $30.99
(8)
Strut-Mate Suspension Strut Bumper and Bellows Kit
“It fit first time which is always nice. Much better design and build than the stock unit I replaced. Easy to use and install.”
Strut Bellows
from $35.99
(5)
Strut Bellows
“Replaced the stretched front bellows and cracked bushing stops on my 2005 Mini Cooper S. Didn’t plan to replace them, but when I got the front struts ”