KYB 3440062 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

The KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber is built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, and handling for select Hyundai and Kia applications. This KYB Excel-G part number 3440062 is an OE-style replacement for rear suspension service on vehicles such as the Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Sportage, and Kia Telluride.

Key Features

• OE replacement choice for Asian SUVs and crossovers
• Restores designed control and handling on the Hyundai Tucson and related applications
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Supports proper operation of electronic safety systems by helping the suspension perform as engineered
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment

Product Line Overview

KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OE-style replacement line for drivers who want factory-like suspension behavior rather than a changed ride feel. Built on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components, the Excel-G line is calibrated to return the vehicle to its original designed performance. Part number 3440062 follows that approach for rear shock absorber replacement on select Hyundai and Kia models.

Detailed Description

KYB 3440062 is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube rear shock absorber engineered for direct replacement service. It is designed for vehicles that rely on precise damping to maintain tire contact, lane-change responsiveness, and stable body control. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 37386) for the same application. For shoppers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson, 2020-2023 Hyundai Sonata, or 2020-2025 Kia Telluride, the Excel-G line provides an OE-style solution focused on restoring original suspension behavior.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and cornering
• Loose or inconsistent steering response from worn rear damping
• Uneven tire contact caused by weak shock control
• Suspension performance loss on high-mileage Hyundai Tucson, Sonata, Sportage, or Telluride models

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible with rear suspension applications only. Fitment includes 2021-2025 Kia Sportage rear, 2020-2025 Kia Telluride rear without self-leveling rear, 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson rear, 2020-2023 Hyundai Sonata rear, 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson rear, and 2017-2020 Kia Sportage rear. For 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson and 2017-2020 Kia Sportage applications, replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify vehicle configuration before installation, especially on Telluride models with self-leveling rear suspension excluded from this part number.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and Excel-G parts are produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design focus is restoring original suspension performance for the vehicle application rather than changing ride characteristics.