KYB 334812 Suspension Strut - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut for Volkswagen

Restore original ride control on your Volkswagen with the KYB Excel-G suspension strut, part number 334812. This OE-style replacement is built to bring back stable braking, steering response, lane-change control, and predictable handling for front suspension service on select Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Golf City, Jetta City, and R32 applications.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE replacement series, built on the same assembly lines and with the same quality components used for original equipment production. For Volkswagen owners looking for a front strut that matches factory-calibrated damping rather than changing the vehicle’s character, KYB 334812 is a direct-fit service part for restoring suspension performance.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut for front suspension service
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for controlled damping
• 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
• Made in USA
• R-stop design included
• Recommended new strut mount: SM5181
• Recommended strut boot: SB123

Product Details

KYB Excel-G part number 334812 is engineered to restore the designed control of the suspension on compatible Volkswagen front applications. It uses a compressed length of 14.17 inches, an extended length of 20.63 inches, and a stroke length of 6.46 inches, with a 14x1.50 upper mount type. The Excel-G platform is calibrated to return the vehicle to factory-like ride behavior, making it a practical choice for Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Golf City, Jetta City, and R32 front strut replacement work.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71525 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Nose dive during braking
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Reduced stability during lane changes and cornering

Installation Notes

Install this front suspension strut according to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions and replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly as specified for the application. For reduced noise and vibration, KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5181. To help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and road salt, use KYB strut boot SB123.

Compatible With 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, front; 2000-2006 Volkswagen Golf, front; 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front; 2007-2009 Volkswagen Golf City, front; 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, front; 2004 Volkswagen R32, front; 1999 Volkswagen Golf, front; and 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, front.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a global OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design focus is restoring original suspension performance for Volkswagen front applications rather than altering factory handling characteristics.