KYB 344404 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

KYB Excel-G Part Number 344404 is a rear suspension shock absorber engineered to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change handling, and overall vehicle balance. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro applications, with fitment focused on rear suspension service.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OEA replacement series, built on the same OE assembly lines and calibrated to return factory-designed damping characteristics rather than alter them. For Jeep Liberty rear shock replacement and Dodge Nitro rear shock replacement, 344404 is a practical choice for restoring suspension performance.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock for SUVs and crossovers
• Restores designed control and handling for Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro rear suspension
• 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 under load
• Dust cover included

Product Details

KYB Excel-G 344404 is built for rear suspension applications with a compressed length of 13.38 inches, extended length of 22.04 inches, and stroke length of 8.66 inches. Mounting details include lower mount type E2(12X41) and upper mount type E2(12X46). This shock absorber is designed to work with the vehicle’s suspension, brakes, and electronic safety systems as originally calibrated by the manufacturer.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37203 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
• Loose or unstable handling in turns and lane changes
• Reduced tire contact from worn damping control
• Brake dive and unsettled stopping behavior caused by weak rear shocks
• Uneven ride quality on Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro rear suspension systems

Installation Notes

Compatible With 2002-2012 Jeep Liberty, rear, and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style and dimensions before installation, and inspect related suspension components for wear while servicing the rear shock absorber.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The part is calibrated to restore original suspension performance for the listed Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro applications.