Dodge Durango Jeep Grand Cherokee Rear Shocks (2011-2015) - 2x Suspension Struts

If you're chasing a clunk over bumps, a rear end that bounces twice after a dip, or you just watched your Durango or Grand Cherokee squat funny in the mirror, worn-out rear shocks are probably the reason. This pair of Dodge Durango Jeep Grand Cherokee rear shocks is built as a direct replacement for the rear suspension strut shocks on 2011-2015 Durango and 2011-2015 Grand Cherokee, and it comes as a matched pair so both corners get replaced together the way they should be.

These two SUVs share a rear suspension platform under the skin, which is why the same part fits both. We sell them as a set of two rather than a single unit because shocks wear at roughly the same rate on both sides, and putting a fresh shock next to a tired one just gives you uneven ride and handling again in a few months. Do both sides now, save yourself the second job later.

Built to Match Your Dodge Durango or Jeep Grand Cherokee

This isn't a generic "fits everything" listing. These rear shocks were engineered specifically around the rear suspension geometry of the Durango and Grand Cherokee from the 2011 through 2015 model years, across the gas, flex-fuel, and diesel engine options Chrysler put in these trucks during that run. Whether you've got a work-duty SXT Durango, a loaded Overland Summit Grand Cherokee, or something in between, if your rig falls inside the fitment below, this pair bolts into the factory mounting points without modification.

A lot of shoppers searching for Dodge Durango Jeep Grand Cherokee rear shocks get tripped up by the sheer number of trim and engine combinations Chrysler ran across these five model years. That's exactly why we've broken the fitment out in detail below instead of just slapping "fits Durango and Grand Cherokee" on the box. Match your year, engine, and trim against the list, and you're good.

Why Rear Shocks Wear Out (and Why It Matters)

Shocks don't fail all at once, they fade. Every time you hit a pothole, a speed bump, or an uneven patch of highway, the shock is supposed to control how fast the spring compresses and rebounds. As the internal seals and valving wear down over tens of thousands of miles, that control disappears gradually, so most people don't notice until the ride has gotten genuinely rough, the rear end feels loose in corners, or a passenger finally says something about how much the back seat bounces.

Worn rear shocks on a Durango or Grand Cherokee usually show up as one or more of these: a wallowy, floaty feeling in the back on the highway, nose-diving or rear squat under braking and acceleration, uneven tire wear on the rear axle, a knocking or clunking noise over rough pavement, or a vehicle that just feels less planted than it used to. None of that is dangerous on day one, but braking distances get longer and handling gets sloppier as it progresses, so it's not something to put off indefinitely.

Specifications

• Position: Rear suspension strut shocks, sold as a pair (2x)
• Package includes: 2x Rear Suspension Strut Shocks
• OEM part numbers: 68069680AF, 68069680AG, 68069680AH
• Fits 2011-2015 Dodge Durango: 3.6L V6 (Flex) and 5.7L V8 (Gas) — Citadel, Limited, R/T, SXT, Crew, Express, Heat, and Special Service trims
• Fits 2011-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 3.0L V6 (Diesel, 2014-2015 only), 3.6L V6 (Flex), 5.7L V8 (Gas), and 6.4L V8 (Gas, SRT/SRT8 only) — Laredo, Limited, Overland, Overland Summit, SRT, SRT8, and Summit trims

Double-check your specific year, engine, and trim against the breakdown above before ordering, since Chrysler shuffled engine and trim availability around a bit within this generation. If you're not sure which engine you have or can't find your exact configuration listed, our team can look it up for you — just reach out through our contact page with your VIN or trim details and we'll confirm fitment before you buy.

Installing These Rear Shocks

Swapping rear struts is a job most people with a floor jack, jack stands, and a basic socket set can handle in an afternoon, though if you've never done suspension work before or don't have a spring compressor handy, it's worth having a shop do it or at least having someone experienced walk you through it. Whichever route you take, always work on a flat surface with the vehicle properly supported, and replace both sides together rather than mixing an old shock with a new one.

We don't include a torque spec sheet or step-by-step instructions with this listing since torque values and procedures vary depending on your specific trim and year, so we'd rather point you to your factory service manual or a trusted shop than guess. If you get partway into the job and hit something unexpected, our FAQ page covers a lot of the common questions we get about suspension parts, and you're always welcome to contact our support team directly.

Ordering With Confidence

We know buying suspension parts online means trusting that what shows up actually fits your truck, so we've done the legwork on fitment accuracy for this listing rather than leaving you to guess from a photo. If anything about your order needs attention after it arrives, our warranty page spells out how we handle that. Orders typically move fast once placed — see our shipping information for what to expect, and once your order's on the way you can follow it from our order tracking page.

Can't find the exact part your Durango or Grand Cherokee needs, or shopping for a different Chrysler product? Our request-a-part page lets you tell us what you're after, and we'll do our best to track it down. Also worth browsing our full Suspension collection for related components like control arms and sway bar links, plus our dedicated Dodge parts collection and Jeep parts collection if you're outfitting either truck with more than just shocks.

For readers who want the deeper mechanical explanation of how a shock absorber actually works inside the suspension system, Wikipedia's shock absorber article is a solid, independent reference.

Bottom line: if you're dealing with a soft, bouncy, or noisy rear end on a 2011-2015 Durango or Grand Cherokee, this pair of rear shocks is a straightforward, correctly-fitted fix. Order both, install them together, and get your ride quality back to where it should be.