KYB 334996 Suspension Strut - Front Left

KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Sonata

The KYB Excel-G 334996 is a front left suspension strut for select Hyundai Sonata models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability while maintaining the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement for Asian vehicles
• Restores designed control and handling on Hyundai Sonata applications
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• 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 rebound control feature included

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style aftermarket line, built on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment production and calibrated to return the suspension to factory-designed performance rather than alter it. Part number 334996 is a front left suspension strut for 2012-2014 Hyundai Sonata models with coil spring +H, including 2012 Sonata built from 11/29/2011 and 2013-2014 Sonata applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72588 for the same application.

Common Problems This Strut Can Address

• Excessive bouncing or unsettled ride quality
• Reduced steering response during lane changes
• Body roll or instability over uneven pavement
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Suspension noise or fluid leakage from a worn strut

Installation Notes

Compatible with 2012-2014 Hyundai Sonata front left applications listed above. Verify coil spring +H configuration and the 12x1.25 upper mount thread before installation. Compressed length is 14 inches, extended length is 20.76 inches, and stroke length is 6.76 inches. Professional installation and a post-installation alignment are recommended after replacing a front strut.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced to OE-quality standards on KYB assembly lines. Part number 334996 is engineered to restore original suspension performance for the specified Hyundai Sonata fitments.