Volkswagen EuroVan Shock Absorber Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(50)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(50)

Shock Absorber Replacement Service

How much does a Shock Absorber Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Volkswagen EuroVan Shock Absorber Replacement is $426 with $286 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2001 Volkswagen EuroVanV6-2.8LService typeShock Absorber - Rear ReplacementEstimate$751.16Shop/Dealer Price$903.80 - $1353.62
2002 Volkswagen EuroVanV6-2.8LService typeShock Absorber - Rear ReplacementEstimate$742.15Shop/Dealer Price$893.02 - $1341.52
1996 Volkswagen EuroVanL5-2.4L DieselService typeShock Absorber - Front ReplacementEstimate$892.62Shop/Dealer Price$1039.57 - $1471.22
1994 Volkswagen EuroVanL5-2.5LService typeShock Absorber - Front ReplacementEstimate$892.62Shop/Dealer Price$1039.56 - $1471.21
2003 Volkswagen EuroVanV6-2.8LService typeShock Absorber - Front ReplacementEstimate$892.62Shop/Dealer Price$1042.81 - $1476.88
1997 Volkswagen EuroVanV6-2.8LService typeShock Absorber - Rear ReplacementEstimate$742.15Shop/Dealer Price$893.19 - $1341.81
1995 Volkswagen EuroVanL5-2.4L DieselService typeShock Absorber - Front ReplacementEstimate$892.62Shop/Dealer Price$1039.60 - $1471.27
1994 Volkswagen EuroVanL5-2.4L DieselService typeShock Absorber - Rear ReplacementEstimate$742.15Shop/Dealer Price$893.05 - $1341.56
Show example Volkswagen EuroVan Shock Absorber Replacement prices

What is the Shock Absorber all about?

Shock absorbers are attached to the vehicle body and suspension components. They are used to absorb road shock, providing a smooth ride. Most cars made after 1995 have shock absorbers in the back wheels and strut assembly in the front. Older cars and trucks may have shock absorbers at all four wheels.

Shock absorbers are basically cylindrical containers filled with gas or liquid. They are mounted from the suspension to the frame of the car. When you drive over a bump, the pistons inside the shocks move up and down against the liquid or gas.

Shock absorbers take a beating day after day, especially on bumpy roads. The gas or liquid will eventually leak, resulting in an unstable or rugged ride. With worn shock absorbers, it is possible that the tires could lose contact with the road and/or wear out prematurely.

Keep in mind:

Shock absorbers are always replaced in pairs (either both front or both rear).

How it's done:

  • Verify that the shock absorbers are bad.
  • Remove and replace the faulty shock absorbers.
  • Inspect the suspension system for any other worn or damaged parts.
  • Test drive vehicle.

Our recommendation:

It is a good practice to replace the shock absorbers every 35,000 miles. You can easily find out if you need new shocks by doing a bounce test. Go to the rear corner of your car and push down on the rear of the car. If your car bounces up and down a few times, it is time to change the shock absorbers.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Shock Absorber?

  • Unstable, bouncy ride.
  • Tires losing contact with the road.
  • Hard impact when you drive over a bump.
  • Leaking fluid.

How important is this service?

Shock absorbers exist at both rear wheels, and sometimes the front wheels as well. The shock absorbers attach the suspension to the body of your car, and feature pistons that are filled with gas or liquid. As your vehicle rides over the bumps and rough conditions of the road, the suspension is subject to a lot of shock. This shock moves the pistons, but the gas or liquid in the pistons helps absorb the impact, and lessen the shock that is then transferred to the body of the vehicle. As a result, the shock absorbers keep your ride relatively smooth and comfortable.

When the shock absorbers malfunction or leak, they will be unable to absorb any of the shock from the road, and all of the impact on the suspension will be transferred to the body of the car. This not only makes for an uncomfortable ride, but can also cause damage to numerous different components in your vehicle.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Volkswagen mechanics

Real customer reviews from Volkswagen owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(50)

Rating Summary
44
2
0
1
3
44
2
0
1
3

James

23 years of experience
5 reviews
James
23 years of experience
Volkswagen EuroVan V6-2.8L - Car is not starting - Elk Grove, California
GREAT GUY

Shane

18 years of experience
379 reviews
Shane
18 years of experience
Volkswagen EuroVan V6-2.8L - Check Engine Light is on Inspection - Austin, Texas
Arrived on time. Explained the issues he found and how he will fix it. I have parts on order and will schedule an appointment to have Shane install the parts when they arrive.

TJ

27 years of experience
362 reviews
TJ
27 years of experience
Volkswagen EuroVan V6-2.8L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Sarasota, Florida
Friendly, trustworthy, thorough.

Rafael

28 years of experience
77 reviews
Rafael
28 years of experience
Volkswagen EuroVan V6-2.8L - Battery - Richmond, California
Right on time, quick diagnosis, good at explaining, ran out to get another battery when the first didn't fit. Honestly, one of the top mechanic experiences I have ever had ... will def use this service again!

Excellent Rating

(50)

Rating Summary
44
2
0
1
3
44
2
0
1
3
Number of Volkswagen EuroVan services completed
550+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Volkswagen MECHANICS
1000+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

P0362 OBD-II Trouble Code: Ignition Coil L Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
P0362 P0362 code definition The P0362 code means that the PCM has registered a fault in either the primary or the secondary circuit of one or more ignition coils; this fault specifically pertains to the electrical circuitry that allows the...
Helpful Tips When Buying Your Next Used Car
Checking the service history, getting a vehicle history report, and a pre-purchase inspection are all helpful tips to get the best deal possible.
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in El Salvador
Over Over the past several years, the country of El Salvador has become a very popular location for tourists. There are a number of things to see and do in the country. You can visit Museo de Arte de El...

Belts making noise.

Hi there. A noise from the belts can be very annoying. If it is a very high pitched noise then you may have an issue with a loose or worn out belt or a bearing failure in one of the...

Should there be power steering fluid in the rubber boot of the rack and pinion?

Hi there. No, there shouldn't be any fluid coming out of the boot on the steering rack. If there is fluid, then the seal inside the rack has failed. The steering rack end seal is non-serviceable and requires steering rack...

Charging System Not Working (Alternator is not kicking in)

The battery should be load tested by a professional. Load testing can only be reliably performed on a fully charged battery. If the battery passes a load test, you have to be sure it is NOT a marginal pass in...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com