KYB 341261 Suspension Strut - Rear

Rear Suspension Strut for Honda CR-V

KYB Excel-G 341261 is a rear suspension strut for 1997-2001 Honda CR-V models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability while maintaining the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement range, assembled on the same production lines used for original equipment applications and calibrated to return factory performance rather than alter it. For a Honda CR-V rear strut replacement, 341261 is a direct-fit service part focused on control, alignment consistency, and dependable damping.

Key Features

• Fits 1997-2001 Honda CR-V, rear
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube suspension strut
• OE-quality components with vehicle-specific damping calibration
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• B-stop and R-stop included in the design

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OE replacement line for drivers who want factory-style suspension performance. Part number 341261 is calibrated for the rear position on the Honda CR-V and uses the same type of construction and component standards KYB supplies to vehicle manufacturers.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive bouncing or oscillation after bumps
• Reduced rear-end stability during lane changes and cornering
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Noisy or loose-feeling rear suspension behavior
• Loss of original ride control on a Honda CR-V

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1997-2001 Honda CR-V, rear. Manufacturer notes specify replacing the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the vehicle service procedure. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5058, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB108, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and road salt. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71325 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 341261 is built to restore designed suspension performance for the Honda CR-V rear application.