KYB 349069 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Wrangler

Restore factory-style ride control on your Jeep with the KYB Excel-G shock absorber, part number 349069. This rear suspension shock is built to return original handling, stability, and steering response for 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler JK applications.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE replacement series, assembled on the same production lines used for original equipment and calibrated to bring back the vehicle’s designed performance rather than change it.

Key Features

• OE replacement shock for SUVs and crossovers
• Fits the rear position on 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler and 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK applications
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design for consistent damping
• 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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• R-stop included

Product Details

KYB Excel-G part number 349069 is a rear suspension shock absorber engineered for Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler JK models. It uses OE-quality components and a twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged design to restore the vehicle’s original ride control, lane-change response, and braking stability. For drivers searching for a rear shock for 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler or 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, this part is built to match the factory damping characteristics of the original suspension.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37287 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce or oscillation
• Loose or delayed steering response during lane changes
• Reduced tire contact over uneven pavement
• Body movement that feels uncontrolled in turns or braking
• Suspension performance loss from worn rear shocks

Installation Notes

Fits 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, rear. Fits 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify compressed length, extended length, and mount style before installation. This rear shock uses E2 lower mounting and E3 upper mounting dimensions.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB’s OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design focuses on restoring original suspension performance for Jeep Wrangler applications while supporting the operation of vehicle safety systems that depend on proper suspension, brake, and tire behavior.