KYB 3440168 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Nissan Versa

The KYB Excel-G 3440168 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 2020-2025 Nissan Versa models. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change responsiveness, and handling without changing the vehicle’s factory-tuned behavior.

Made on KYB OE assembly lines, the Excel-G line is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance. For drivers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2020-2025 Nissan Versa, KYB 3440168 is a direct OE-style replacement choice.

Key Features

• Part number: 3440168
• Brand line: KYB Excel-G
• Rear suspension shock absorber
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Compressed length: 15.87 in.
• Extended length: 25.31 in.
• Stroke length: 9.44 in.
• Lower mount type: E2 (12x40)
• Upper mount type: S1 (10MM)
• OE-quality components used in KYB’s original-equipment manufacturing process

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is the company’s OEA-style replacement line, meaning it is built to restore factory ride characteristics rather than alter them. KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line follows the same OE-focused approach for everyday service replacement.

Detailed Description

Compatible with 2020-2025 Nissan Versa rear suspension applications, KYB 3440168 is engineered for drivers and technicians who want a replacement shock that matches the vehicle’s original control characteristics. The twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged design helps maintain consistent damping performance, while the OE-calibrated construction supports predictable rear suspension response on the Nissan Versa.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Reduced stability during braking
• Loose or unsettled handling in lane changes
• Uneven rear suspension control
• Loss of factory ride feel on a Nissan Versa

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by matching the vehicle year, model, and mount dimensions before installation. Confirm the lower mount type E2 (12x40) and upper mount type S1 (10MM) against the removed part. For best results, replace shocks in pairs on the same axle and inspect related suspension components for wear during service.

Quality Assurance

KYB manufactures Excel-G on OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and OE-focused calibration. That manufacturing approach supports consistent fit and performance for rear shock replacement on the Nissan Versa.