The Bilstein B4 OE Replacement 22-266613 is a complete front left suspension strut assembly for the Ford Explorer, built on Bilstein's twintube damper design. The B4 OE Replacement line is aimed at restoring factory ride quality, so it suits owners who want a worn front end to feel the way it did when new, not firmer or lowered. A complete assembly also means the spring and damper arrive as one unit, which is the practical reason to choose it over rebuilding or sourcing parts separately.
Fitment is where buyers should slow down. Sources we reviewed do not agree on the year range: some list 2013 to 2017 Explorers, others run into 2018 and 2019. Entries also vary by trim (Base, Limited, Sport, XLT, Platinum) and by drivetrain, with AWD, FWD and 4WD notes tied to different engines. Confirm your VIN, drivetrain and engine before ordering, and check the year range directly with Bilstein. Useful search terms for this part include 22-266613 front left strut, 2013-2017 Ford Explorer left front twintube strut, and Bilstein B4 OE replacement Explorer strut assembly.
