KYB 338107 Suspension Strut - Front Left

KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Accent and Rio

The KYB Excel-G suspension strut, part number 338107, is built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response on select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is an OE-style replacement for the front left position on the 2012-2017 Hyundai Accent and 2012-2017 Kia Rio.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement choice for Asian vehicles
• Restores designed control and handling on the Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio
• 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
• Upper mount type: 12x1.25
• Compressed length: 14.17 in; extended length: 20.27 in; stroke length: 6.1 in

Product Details

KYB Excel-G struts are engineered on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment production and calibrated to return the vehicle to its intended suspension behavior rather than change it. This KYB 338107 front left strut is designed for drivers who want consistent ride control, predictable lane-change response, and stable braking performance on the Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio. KYB also notes that electronic safety systems depend on suspension, brakes, and tires working as the manufacturer intended, making correct strut performance important to overall vehicle operation.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72707 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing or poor damping at the front left corner
• Loose steering feel or delayed response during lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension control
• Noisy or unstable ride from a fatigued strut assembly
• Reduced braking stability from worn front suspension components

Installation Notes

• Fits 2012-2017 Hyundai Accent, front left.
• Fits 2012-2017 Kia Rio, front left.
• Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5818, to reduce noise and vibration.
• KYB recommends a strut boot, part number SB132, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is classified as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement line. Part number 338107 is built with OE-quality components and calibrated for original-style performance on the Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio.