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KYB 3348039 Suspension Strut - Front
| Brand | KYB 99300 |
|---|---|
| Description | Windshield Washer Pump |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Included |
| New or Reman | New |
| Universal Or Specific Fit | Universal |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —19 vehicles |
OE replacement strut. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Audi 5Q0413023CP, Audi 5Q0413023DA and Audi 5Q0413023EB for the same application. See all 7.
KYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut
The KYB Excel-G suspension strut is an OE-style replacement for restoring ride control, stability, braking response, and lane-change handling. Built for the front suspension on select Audi and Volkswagen models, this KYB Excel-G part number 3348039 is calibrated to return the vehicle to its original designed performance.
KYB’s Excel-G line is made on the same assembly lines used for OE supply and uses OE-quality components. For drivers searching for a front strut for a 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf, 2015-2019 Volkswagen e-Golf, or 2015-2017 Audi A3, 3348039 provides a direct replacement approach focused on factory-like control.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
- Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- R-stop design included
- Upper mount type: 14x1.50
- Compressed length: 14.96 in; extended length: 21.65 in; stroke length: 6.69 in
Product Details
Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style product line for restoring original suspension behavior rather than changing it. This front suspension strut is engineered for the Audi A3 and Audi A3 Quattro with 50mm lower strut housing, as well as the Volkswagen Golf and e-Golf front suspension applications listed below. Part number 3348039 is built to support consistent damping performance and predictable chassis response in everyday driving.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.
What This Strut Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
- Loose or delayed steering response
- Reduced braking stability during weight transfer
- Uneven tire contact from worn damping control
- Noise and vibration from aging front suspension components
Installation Notes
- Fits 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf, front
- Fits 2015-2019 Volkswagen e-Golf, front
- Fits 2015-2017 Audi A3, front, w/ 50mm lower strut housing
- Fits 2015-2017 Audi A3 Quattro, front, w/ 50mm lower strut housing
- Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5867, to reduce noise and vibration.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is produced using OE-quality components on KYB assembly lines. This part number 3348039 is built to restore original suspension performance for the specified Audi and Volkswagen applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | e-Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | e-Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 | Sedan | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ 50mm Lower Strut Housing; Excel-G |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Sedan | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ 50mm Lower Strut Housing; Excel-G |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | e-Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2016 | Audi | A3 | Sedan | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ 50mm Lower Strut Housing; Excel-G |
| 2016 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Sedan | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ 50mm Lower Strut Housing; Excel-G |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | e-Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2015 | Audi | A3 | Sedan | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ 50mm Lower Strut Housing; Excel-G |
| 2015 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Sedan | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ 50mm Lower Strut Housing; Excel-G |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | e-Golf | — | — | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 2.0L | L4 | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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