KYB 3410086 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Cherokee

The KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber is built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling response on the vehicle it was engineered for. This application is a direct-fit option for the rear of select Jeep Cherokee models, including 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee with off-road suspension.

Part number 3410086 is part of KYB’s Excel-G line, which is calibrated to return suspension performance to OE-style operation rather than alter it. For Jeep Cherokee rear shock replacement, 3410086 is a practical choice when the goal is to recover factory ride behavior, braking stability, and lane-change response.

Key Features

• Fits 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee, rear
• Recommended OEM replacement for vehicles with off-road suspension
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber design
• Built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components
• Internal rebound spring included
• Lower mount type: E2(14x40)
• Upper mount type: S1
• Compressed length: 19.8 in; extended length: 26.42 in; stroke length: 6.62 in

Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OE-style replacement line for drivers who want suspension performance restored to original specifications. The line is engineered to match factory calibration, making it a strong option for Jeep Cherokee rear shock replacement when maintaining stock ride characteristics matters.

Detailed Description

KYB 3410086 is a rear suspension shock absorber for the 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee. It is designed to restore ride control, body stability, stopping confidence, and steering response after the original shock has worn out. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. For shoppers searching for a Jeep Cherokee rear shock absorber, KYB Excel-G 3410086 provides an OE-calibrated replacement built to match the vehicle’s original suspension behavior.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Reduced stability during lane changes
• Longer stopping feel caused by worn rear damping
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension response
• Uneven ride control on rough pavement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment against the vehicle’s suspension configuration before installation. This part is listed for 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee, rear, with off-road suspension. Confirm mount style, compressed length, and extended length against the removed shock to ensure proper replacement. Professional installation and a post-installation alignment check are recommended whenever suspension components are replaced.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and Excel-G is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is intended to restore original suspension performance for the Jeep Cherokee application covered by part number 3410086.