Originally Posted by Humble Leader

the key is as long as there is no oil leakage. if you catch it early and it's just a weep you are OK. the shocks come a bit over pressurized which helps to replace any small amount of fluid lost. I don't know why a second servicing would require everything to be replaced. perhaps it's the passage of time that makes the joints likely to leak? I don't understand the rationale in the article, it's not clear

I replaced all 4 corners at just over 150k miles after I noticed my rear passenger weeping - first time ever needing suspension work. very minimal fluid loss and there are no leaks from any 'joints' after over 10 years and nearly 160k miles