Bilstein 19-278483 B4 OE Rear Shock Absorber for 2014-2018 Subaru Forester AWD

Vehicle Fitment

• 2014-2018 Subaru Forester (All Trims - 2.0XT, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport, 2.5i Touring) - AWD - Rear

Fitment Notes

• AWD (Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive) models only - this is the correct rear shock for all North American Forester models in this generation, as the Forester is AWD-only in the US and Canada for 2014-2018.
• Rear position only, left or right - sold as a single shock absorber. Order 2 for a complete rear axle replacement.
• Spring-bearing design with fixed spring seat - the factory rear coil spring mounts directly to this shock absorber body, matching the OE assembly configuration.
• Not recommended for use with lowering springs.
• Lower mount: Eye type. Spring seat included (fixed).
• Factory shock mounting bolts are reused for installation.

Features

• Bilstein B4 OE Replacement engineering - specifically developed to restore factory ride quality, handling stability, and rear axle compliance on the fourth-generation Subaru Forester (SJ) rear suspension.
• Twintube gas pressure design delivers consistent, fade-free damping with high power reserves for safety and stability - well suited to the Forester's combination of on-road comfort and light off-road capability.
• Spring-bearing design with fixed spring seat integrates the factory rear coil spring directly onto the shock body - a direct match to the OE assembly configuration for a straightforward replacement.
• Application-specific valve settings developed by Bilstein engineers for the SJ Forester rear suspension geometry, spring rates, and AWD weight distribution.
• Restores original ride comfort, body control, and rear axle composure lost to worn or degraded factory dampers.
• Direct bolt-in replacement - no modifications required.

Specifications

• Part Number: 19-278483
• Series: Bilstein B4 OE Replacement
• Position: Rear (Left or Right)
• Internal Design: Twintube Gas Pressure
• Spring Seat: Fixed (Spring-Bearing)
• Lower Mount Type: Eye
• Drivetrain: AWD
• Shipping Weight: 13 lbs
• Package Dimensions: 26.80" L x 6.10" W x 6.10" H
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime (against manufacturer defects)

Included Components

• 1x Bilstein B4 OE Replacement Rear Spring-Bearing Twintube Shock Absorber (19-278483)
• 1x Set of necessary washers and bushings for installation

Product Description

The Bilstein 19-278483 is a B4 OE Replacement rear spring-bearing shock absorber for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester (SJ generation), covering all AWD trim levels from the base 2.5i through the 2.5i Touring and 2.0XT. The B4 series is Bilstein's direct OE replacement line - developed to restore a vehicle's factory suspension character precisely rather than alter it. For Forester owners experiencing increased body bounce, reduced rear traction, or a noticeably rougher ride from worn factory rear shocks, the 19-278483 returns the rear suspension to factory specification.

As a spring-bearing unit, the shock body includes a fixed spring seat onto which the factory rear coil spring mounts directly - matching the OEM assembly exactly for a clean, straightforward replacement. Twintube gas pressure construction with application-specific valving for the SJ Forester's rear suspension geometry and spring rates delivers consistent damping across the full range of daily driving and light off-road conditions these vehicles typically encounter. Sold individually - order two for a complete rear axle replacement. Backed by Bilstein's Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturer defects.