Second Hand Mercedes-Benz Citan Suspension Leg

Yes, the Citan does have suspension legs — these are the front strut assemblies (sometimes called MacPherson struts or front shock absorber legs) that form part of the front suspension. The term 'suspension leg' is commonly used by breakers in the UK for this complete strut unit, so you're searching for the right thing. Make sure you specify NS (nearside, left) or OS (offside, right) when requesting quotes.

The Mercedes-Benz Citan has been produced in two generations: the W415, which ran from 2012 to 2021, and the W420, which launched in 2021 onwards. These two generations are built on different platforms and the suspension leg from a W415 will not be a straightforward swap onto a W420. Always confirm the exact generation with your breaker against your registration plate before purchasing.

On the Citan, payload and GVW rating can influence suspension components because heavier-rated variants may be set up differently to cope with increased load. It's worth checking the data plate in your van rather than relying solely on the model name, as vans with the same badge can have different GVW ratings. Confirm the payload and engine size with your breaker to ensure the leg matches your specific variant.

The 109 CDI and 111 CDI are different power outputs within the first-generation W415 Citan, and while the basic strut design is similar, differences in weight ratings and engine bay configuration may affect compatibility. Whether the specific spring or damper rates differ between these variants is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration, as mid-range specification differences are not always straightforward. Don't assume they're interchangeable without checking.

Trim level alone does not determine which suspension leg you need — the Citan Worker and Tourer share the same fundamental suspension layout within each generation. What matters is the generation, engine size, and payload rating, not the trim name. You may find cosmetic differences between vehicles from different trim lines, but these won't affect the strut itself, so don't rule out a leg from a different trim if the key specs match.

A 2015, 2017, and 2019 Citan all fall within the first-generation W415 range (2012–2021), so there's a reasonable chance of compatibility, but you should confirm whether any mid-generation updates to the suspension specification affect your specific vehicle. Whether spring or damper rate variants differ across this period is something to route to the breaker, who can check against your registration. Always specify NS when requesting quotes and let the breaker verify the part number match.