FCS 341596 Shock Absorber - Front
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FCS 341596 Shock Absorber - Front

Brand FCS 341596
Position Front
Compressed Length 9.33
Extended Length 14.29
Stroke Length 4.96
Product line FCS
Fits Chevrolet and GMC · 88 vehicles

Suspension shock absorber. Restores controlled damping for a smoother, more stable ride.

Compact travel range. 9.33 in. compressed length and 14.29 in. extended length.

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Front Shock Absorber for Express and Savana

FCS 341596 is a front suspension shock absorber for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans. It is built around the listed compressed length of 9.33 inches, extended length of 14.29 inches, and 4.96 inches of stroke to match the front suspension travel required for the covered applications.

Key Features

  • Front suspension shock absorber for Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500
  • Compressed length: 9.33 inches
  • Extended length: 14.29 inches
  • Stroke length: 4.96 inches
  • FCS part number 341596 for application-specific lookup
  • Fits 2003-2025 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana front suspension applications listed below

Detailed Description

FCS 341596 is a front suspension shock absorber for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans. The dimensional specs are important for proper suspension travel: 9.33 inches compressed length, 14.29 inches extended length, and 4.96 inches of stroke. Those measurements help match the front suspension geometry on the listed Express and Savana models, including long-running fleet and commercial applications. This part number, 341596, is a direct reference point when sourcing a front shock absorber for these vehicles.

Compatible fitment includes 2008-2025 Chevrolet Express 2500 front, 2003-2025 Chevrolet Express 3500 front, 2008-2025 GMC Savana 2500 front, and 2003-2025 GMC Savana 3500 front. It also covers 2003-2007 Chevrolet Express 2500 front and 2003-2007 GMC Savana 2500 front with the note excluding 7300 GVW. If you are searching for a front shock absorber for a Chevrolet Express 2500 or GMC Savana 3500, FCS 341596 is listed for those applications.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

  • Excessive front-end bounce over bumps and uneven pavement
  • Reduced ride control during braking and cornering
  • Front suspension instability on high-mileage vans
  • Worn shock absorber performance that affects load-carrying comfort
  • Noisy or harsh front suspension response from a fatigued shock

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front suspension configuration before ordering. For 2003-2007 Chevrolet Express 2500 and GMC Savana 2500 applications, confirm the vehicle is not equipped with 7300 GVW, since that note is excluded from fitment. Compare the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to the removed part to confirm proper suspension travel. FCS 341596 is a front-position shock absorber, so it should be installed only where the front fitment is specified.

Quality Assurance

FCS identifies this part by a specific application number and published dimensional specifications, which supports accurate replacement selection for the covered Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana front suspension applications. Part number 341596 is listed for direct fitment lookup across the stated model years.

Related reading

This part fits 88 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelPositionNotes
2024ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2024ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2024GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2024GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2023ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2023ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2023GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2023GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2022ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2022ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2022GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2022GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2021ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2021ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2021GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2021GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2020ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2020ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2020GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2020GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2019ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2019ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2019GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2019GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2018ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2018ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2018GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2018GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2017ChevroletExpress 2500BaseFrontFCS
2017ChevroletExpress 3500BaseFrontFCS
2017GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2017GMCSavana 3500BaseFrontFCS
2016ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2016ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2016GMCSavana 2500BaseFrontFCS
2016GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2015ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2015ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2015GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2015GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2014ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2014ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2014GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2014GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2013ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2013ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2013GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2013GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2012ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2012ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2012GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2012GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2011ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2011ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2011GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2011GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2010ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2010ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2010GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2010GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2009ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2009ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2009GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2009GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2008ChevroletExpress 2500—FrontFCS
2008ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2008GMCSavana 2500—FrontFCS
2008GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2007ChevroletExpress 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2007ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2007GMCSavana 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2007GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2006ChevroletExpress 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2006ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2006GMCSavana 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2006GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2005ChevroletExpress 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2005ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2005GMCSavana 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2005GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2004ChevroletExpress 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2004ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2004GMCSavana 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2004GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS
2003ChevroletExpress 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2003ChevroletExpress 3500—FrontFCS
2003GMCSavana 2500—Front(Exc. 7300 GVW); FCS
2003GMCSavana 3500—FrontFCS