FCS 346348 Shock Absorber - Rear

Rear Shock Absorber for Volkswagen Beetle

FCS 346348 is a rear suspension shock absorber for the 2012-2017 Volkswagen Beetle. It is built around the listed compressed length of 14.33 inches, extended length of 22.72 inches, and 8.39 inches of stroke to match the rear suspension travel required for this application.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for 2012-2017 Volkswagen Beetle
• Compressed length: 14.33 in.
• Extended length: 22.72 in.
• Stroke length: 8.39 in.
• FCS part number 346348 for direct catalog identification

Product Details

FCS 346348 is a suspension shock absorber for the rear position on the Volkswagen Beetle. The listed compressed and extended lengths, along with the 8.39-inch stroke, provide the dimensional reference needed when replacing a worn rear shock on this platform. For shoppers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2012-2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, FCS 346348 offers a fitment-specific option identified by the part number 346348.

FCS is the brand line shown for this part, so the product is cataloged under the same FCS naming used throughout the brand’s suspension range. That makes it easier to match the rear shock absorber to the correct Volkswagen Beetle application and confirm the replacement by part number 346348.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear suspension noise from a worn shock absorber
• Excessive bouncing after bumps or dips
• Reduced rear-end control during normal driving
• Uneven ride quality caused by a fatigued rear shock
• Loss of damping performance on the Volkswagen Beetle rear suspension

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before installation and compare the listed compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to the original shock absorber. Confirm that the vehicle is a 2012-2017 Volkswagen Beetle and match the replacement to the rear suspension location. If the original unit shows oil leakage, weak rebound control, or uneven damping, replace it with the correct FCS 346348 rear shock absorber.

Quality Assurance

Use the part number 346348 to confirm the correct rear shock absorber for the Volkswagen Beetle application. Fitment is listed for 2012-2017 Volkswagen Beetle, rear.