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Fitment on a used shock absorber varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
The Mercedes-Benz EQB is a single-generation model that launched in the UK in 2022, so a 2022 and a 2024 car sit within the same generation. That said, Mercedes did introduce a facelift for the EQB during its production run, and whether damper specifications changed across that update is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration number before buying.
Engine output and drivetrain do matter here — the EQB 350 4MATIC is a heavier, more powerful all-wheel-drive variant and may use different damper rates or mounting specs compared with the rear-wheel-drive EQB 250. Do not assume the parts are interchangeable; give the breaker both registrations and let them cross-reference the part numbers to confirm.
Trim level alone — AMG Line, Progressive, or Sport — does not determine shock absorber fitment on the EQB; the running gear is driven by drivetrain and output variant, not cosmetic specification. However, if your car was optioned with AMG Line suspension or any sport/lowered suspension package, the damper rates can differ, so confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than going on trim name alone.
Yes, it matters — nearside (NS) is the passenger side and offside (OS) is the driver's side, and on most vehicles including the EQB these are handed parts, so make sure you specify the correct side when getting your quote from the breaker.
Because the EQB has been produced within a single generation since its 2022 UK launch, earlier and later cars share the same basic platform, which is a good starting point. However, any running-gear changes introduced during a mid-life update could affect damper specifications, so always give the breaker your exact registration and ask them to verify part numbers before purchasing.
The EQB is still a relatively recent and low-volume model in the UK, so used dampers may be less plentiful than those for mainstream combustion-engine Mercedes models — it is worth contacting multiple breakers through Findapart to get the best chance of a match. When you request a quote, tell the breaker your full registration, which corner of the car you need (NS or OS, front or rear), and your drivetrain variant (for example EQB 250 or EQB 350 4MATIC) so they can confirm the correct part.