GoodB4 OE Replacement
Left and right, one each
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2012 Subaru Forester
Same parts as every 2009–2013 Forester, showing 2012. See the 2009–2013 page
Bilstein lists 7 parts for the 2012 Subaru Forester, across 3 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B8 TerraSport. Lift and leveling options run up to 1.5 in.
- Front, extended
- 382–539 mm15.0–21.2 in
- Front, collapsed
- 382–539 mm15.0–21.2 in
- Rear, extended
- 475–481 mm18.7–18.9 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 323–331 mm12.7–13.0 in
- Lift options
- 1.25–1.5 in
Narrow it to your Forester
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
7 parts for the 2012 Subaru Forester
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Rear
Good B4 OE Replacement
19-278421 B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B6 Performance
24-278454 B6 Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Front and rear
Best B8 TerraSport
70-363760 B8 TerraSport Lift & Leveling Kit
Sold eachFor a lift / level
- Provides 1.5" Front Lift
- Provides 1.25" Rear Lift
- Reuses factory springs
- Check which applies to your vehicle
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