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    Front Suspension Bump Stop 2043230044 for Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204, S204, C204, E-Class W212 and C207 - Polyurethane Strut Bumper Wholesale

    • 1Product NameStrut Bump Stop
    • 2Country of OriginChina
    • 3Bonpora Nos4110139
    • 4OE2043230044
    • 5FitmentMercedes-Benz
    • 6SizeΦ18.6xΦ62x91.4
    • 7MaterialPolyurethane
    • 8Warranty1 Year
    • 9Delivery Time15-30 Days
    • 10PackagingNeutral Export Packaging
    • 11Custom ServiceOEM & Custom Design Support

    Description

    The OE 2043230044, recorded in Mercedes-Benz catalogues as A 204 323 00 44 and shipped today under the index 204 323 00 44 64, is the front suspension bump stop of the C-Class W204 generation. It is a compact polyurethane element seated on the front damper rod inside the coil spring, one piece per side and two per car. Independent catalogues extend the reference to the S204 estate, the C204 coupe, the E-Class W212 saloon and the C207 and A207 coupe and cabriolet. This page presents Bonpora No. 4110139, a polyurethane replacement manufactured in China for wholesale export, nominal size Φ18.6 x Φ62 x 91.4 mm.

    What the 2043230044 Front Bump Stop Does

    The front axle of the W204 uses a MacPherson strut layout: the coil spring and the damper share one assembly, and the bump stop sits at the center of that assembly. When the strut approaches the end of its compression travel, over a deep pothole or a fully loaded descent, the stop is progressively crushed and absorbs the last part of the movement. It prevents a harsh metal to metal impact between the piston rod, the top mount and the body structure, and it protects the damper seal from overload.

    Why the Front Stop Is a Regular Service Item

    Because the stop takes part in every full compression event, it is a wear part rather than a lifetime component. Polyurethane and rubber both harden with age, take a permanent set or crumble into fragments. A flattened stop shortens the effective front travel; typical symptoms are a hollow knock from the front over sharp bumps, a ride that turns harsh with passengers and luggage on board, and accelerated wear on the dampers and top mounts. The stop is inspected whenever a front damper or spring is removed, and renewed in pairs.

    Fitment Guide: C-Class W204 Family and E-Class Platforms

    Catalogue data from Sasic, Febi Bilstein and other suppliers covers about 63 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles. The table below summarises the main applications; the number on the removed original or the VIN remains the final check.

    ModelChassis CodesProduction YearsEngine and Drive Notes
    C-Class SaloonW2042007 - 2014C 180 to C 350, Kompressor, CGI and CDI engines, rear wheel drive and 4MATIC versions per catalogue
    C-Class EstateS2042007 - 2014same front strut layout as the saloon
    C-Class CoupeC204from 2011C 180, C 250 and C 350 CGI
    E-Class SaloonW2122009 - 2016front axle listings in European catalogues
    E-Class Coupe / CabrioletC207 / A2072010 - 2017genuine Mercedes application for the front axle

    Suspension Boundaries and Common Order Mistakes

    The catalogues agree on one boundary: the part is specified for vehicles with standard suspension. Febi notes list it for vehicles without sports suspension and without electronic drive dynamics regulation, and dealer data for the C250 and C350 states the same exclusions. AMG and sport package builds use different stops, so a performance trim order needs its own number. The second boundary is the axle: 2043230044 belongs to the front axle, and the rear axle of the same cars takes separate references. Regional catalogues also disagree on 4MATIC coverage for some engines, which is why the removed part or the VIN should settle the order.

    Specifications of the 2043230044 Bump Stop

    ParameterValue
    Product NameStrut Bump Stop
    Country of OriginChina
    Bonpora Nos4110139
    OE2043230044
    FitmentMercedes-Benz
    SizeΦ18.6xΦ62x91.4
    MaterialPolyurethane
    Warranty1 Year
    Delivery Time15-30 Days
    PackagingNeutral Export Packaging
    Custom ServiceOEM & Custom Design Support

    Reading the Dimensions and the Stepped Bore

    Aftermarket catalogues describe the stop with an outer diameter of 58 mm, a height of 92 to 93 mm and two inner diameters, 18 mm and 27 mm. The double bore is intentional: the lower part rides on the damper rod with the tight 18 mm fit, while the wider 27 mm section registers against the spring seat and the damper collar above it. Febi 38573 lists 92 mm height at 0.078 kg, and Sasic 2650265 lists 93 mm. The Bonpora drawing data of Φ18.6 x Φ62 x 91.4 mm is measured at its own reference points, and small differences between sources are normal because a fitted stop sits slightly shorter under preload. Match the new stop against the removed part before fitting a full batch.

    Polyurethane vs Rubber for the Front Jounce Buffer

    The OE stop and the main aftermarket equivalents are produced in polyurethane or rubber. The material decides how the stop ages under repeated compression, oil contact and weather.

    PropertyPolyurethaneConventional Rubber
    Compression setLow; working height is retained after repeated impactsHigher; flattens with age and load cycles
    Oil and grease resistanceGoodLimited; swells and softens on exposure
    Ozone and UV resistanceGoodLimited; surface cracking over time
    Temperature behaviourStable across a wide rangeHardens in cold, softens in heat
    Load consistencyNominal rate holds between batchesVaries more with age and temperature
    Typical rolePrimary replacement line for export stockStandard duty, price driven demand

    Rubber remains serviceable in mild climates and standard duty. Polyurethane keeps its working height longer under repeated compression, which decides how soon a loaded saloon starts to knock at the front axle.

    Sourcing by OEM Number 2043230044

    When the marking is still legible, ordering by OEM number is the most reliable route. The number appears as 2043230044, A 204 323 00 44 or 204 323 00 44 64, and all written forms identify one Bonpora reference, 4110139. For orders that span several vehicle families, the polyurethane bump stops range groups references by system and model and shortens the quotation process. Note that Febi and Sachs kit listings also quote A 203 323 02 92 from the W203 generation and A 212 323 03 92 from the W212 alongside this number, so buyers holding those references should confirm bore, outer diameter and height before assuming one common article.

    Cross Reference Checklist

    • OE 2043230044, A 204 323 00 44 or 204 323 00 44 64 readable: order Bonpora 4110139.
    • Febi 38573, SWAG 10 93 8573 or Sasic 2650265 quoted: front axle equivalents with the same dimensions.
    • Sachs 900 152 XTend quoted: long life version of the same front stop.
    • Optimal AK-735223 or F8-8079, Monroe PK301, TRW JSK4156T, NK 693307, Mapco 32890, Meyle 014 642 0007, VAICO V30-2113, Topran 409 021, Sidem or Birth 52593, Borg and Beck BPK7098, Bendix 047933B: cross reference numbers carried by the same article.
    • Sport suspension, AMG or drive dynamics package build: different stop, confirm by VIN.
    • Rear axle request: separate reference, not interchangeable with this front part.
    • Number unreadable: identify by make, model, model year and axle position, with the VIN.

    Buffer and Dust Boot Kits for the Front Strut

    Front strut service is usually booked as one job, so European suppliers sell the stop together with the dust boot. The Febi kit 014 640 0006 contains two buffers and two protective bellows, Monroe sells the set as PK301, GSP as 5406510PK, and Bilstein lists a B1 service kit under 11-270706. Bonpora supplies the buffer alone or together with matching boots, and a combined kit usually carries a better margin than two loose articles.

    Building a Complete Front Axle Programme

    Around the stop and the boots, the same platform consumes top mounts, coil springs, stabiliser links and control arm bushes. The chassis and suspension parts range covers these groups, so a container can be built around complete front axle service kits for W204 and W212 fleets.

    Wholesale Supply from a Chinese Auto Parts Factory

    This bumper is manufactured in China for wholesale distribution as a catalogue item with existing tooling, with pricing structured for carton, pallet and container quantities. Typical buyers include Mercedes specialists, suspension and rubber importers, and distributors serving taxi and fleet operators across Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Africa. Orders ship in neutral export packaging by default. Delivery time is 15 to 30 days depending on volume, the warranty period is 1 year, and samples can be arranged to verify bore, height and hardness before a bulk commitment.

    Quality Control Points

    Each production batch is checked for bore, outer diameter, overall height and material hardness, with visual inspection for flash, voids and surface defects. Dimensional records are kept per batch, so repeat orders match the approved sample. That traceability supports the 1 year warranty.

    Custom and OEM Manufacturing Support

    Beyond the catalogue part, the same production line supports OEM and custom design work: adjusted hardness, modified bore, outer diameter or height, coloured material, branded packaging and private label marking. For a custom project, send a drawing or a sample with the expected annual volume; a first article sample confirms fitment before production begins.

    Installation and Replacement Notes

    Replace the front bump stops in pairs and inspect the dust boots, the top mounts and the front dampers at the same time. The work is done at the strut assembly: the coil spring is compressed with a proper spring compressor, the old stop is released from the damper rod, the seat is cleaned and the new stop is pushed fully home against its shoulder, with the boot correctly located. A light coating of grease on the mating surface eases assembly, and a stop seated unevenly wears on one side and can generate noise.

    FAQ

    Which Mercedes models does the 2043230044 bump stop fit?

    Catalogue data covers the C-Class W204 saloon (2007 to 2014) and the S204 estate, the C204 coupe from 2011, the E-Class W212 saloon and the C207 and A207 coupe and cabriolet (2010 to 2017), on the front axle only, one piece per side. The number on the removed original or a VIN check should confirm the order.

    Why do catalogues list two inner diameters, 18 mm and 27 mm?

    The stop has a stepped bore. The tight section, about 18 mm, guides the stop on the damper rod; the wider section, about 27 mm, registers on the spring seat and the damper collar. Both figures describe one article, not two versions. Bonpora 4110139 follows the same stepped geometry with a nominal 18.6 mm bore at the guide section.

    What is the difference between 204 323 00 44, 203 323 02 92 and 212 323 03 92?

    The three numbers belong to the same Mercedes-Benz part group for front suspension buffers across the W203, W204 and W212 generations, and some aftermarket kits list them together. The dimensions are close but not identical for every generation, so buyers holding a 203 or 212 reference should match bore, outer diameter and height against the removed part rather than order by number alone. The Bonpora reference for this article remains 4110139.

    Can this bump stop be produced in a custom size, and what are the trade terms?

    Yes. OEM and custom design support covers adjusted hardness, modified dimensions, coloured material and private label packaging. Delivery time is typically 15 to 30 days depending on quantity, packaging is neutral export with branded options on request, and the warranty period is 1 year. Send a drawing or a sample with the target annual volume to receive a quotation.

    Request a Quote

    Send the OEM number 2043230044, the Bonpora number 4110139, the quantity and the destination port, and the sales team will confirm specification, packing and delivery schedule. Buyers comparing several sources can review the full auto parts line, which covers suspension, steering and rubber components from the same factory.

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