Monroe: The Industry Leader Serving Automotive Aftermarket & OE Customers with the Highest Quality Products Since 1916.
Monroe: The #1 Manufacturer of Shock Absorbers and other Ride Control Products.
Did you know? Experts advise shock absorbers are replaced every 80,000km.
Did you know? Shock absorbers should be checked every 20,000km by a qualified technician.
Did you know? Shock absorbers work in conjunction with brakes & tyres to give you safety and control.
MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: Dealer Locator

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MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: Dealer Locator
MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: About Monroe®

History shows that great innovations stand the test of time. Over the years, Monroe has been committed to product quality, customer atisfaction and new product technology. This commitment is a tradition that dates back to the early 1900's when small improvements were done on a simple tire pump.

MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: 50,000 Mile / 80,000 Km Recommendation

What Does Your Odometer Read?
Experts recommend the replacement of worn shocks and struts at 50,000 Miles / 80,000 Km*
MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: What Does Your Odometer Read? MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: What Does Your Odometer Read?


To help motorists protect their driving safety, ride control engineers suggest that automotive shocks and struts be replaced at 50,000 Miles / 80,000 Km. In addition, it is always a good idea to ask your automotive service provider to perform a complete chassis system safety check - including ride control components - every 12,000 miles.

Ride control components wear out due to everyday driving and a variety of load and road conditions
  • Shocks and struts may not show any visible signs of wear, but internal components may be past their useful life
  • Typical shocks and struts "stroke" an average of 1,750 cycles per mile – that's 21 million cycles per 12,000 miles!
  • Shocks and struts are susceptible to additional wear caused by heavy use and severe road / environmental conditions
  • Ride control components interact with, and depend on, other key steering and suspension parts
MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: What Does Your Odometer Read?

50,000 Mile / 80,000 Km
Replacement Recommendation*

Help improve vehicle handling
characteristics and comfort


A fresh set of shocks can enhance more than just your ride. They help improve braking and handling under certain driving conditions and they make vehicles safer and easier to control. This helps make the road safer for everyone.

MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS: What Does Your Odometer Read?


Just one 50% degraded shock absorber on your vehicle can increase stopping distances by up to 10 feet under certain driving conditions.

*At 60 mph. Tests performed on dry, bumpy surface. Actual mileage may vary, depending upon driver ability, vehicle type, and type of driving and road conditions.