KYB 349129 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Volvo

The KYB Excel-G shock absorber is built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling on select Volvo applications. This nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube rear shock is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed damping performance without changing the factory feel.

For Volvo XC70 and Volvo V70 rear suspension service, KYB Excel-G part number 349129 is a direct OE-style replacement chosen by professional technicians for consistent control and predictable response.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock absorber
• Restores designed control and handling on Volvo rear suspension applications
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce 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 design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment under load
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction for consistent damping performance

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G part number 349129 is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement for select rear Volvo suspension applications. It uses OE-quality components and is assembled on KYB production lines that supply new vehicle manufacturers, with damping calibration focused on restoring factory ride characteristics rather than altering them. This part cross-references Volvo 312621510 for the same application.

Compatible With 2012-2016 Volvo XC70, rear; 2008-2011 Volvo XC70, rear; and 2008-2010 Volvo V70, rear. Search terms such as rear shock absorber for 2012-2016 Volvo XC70, KYB 349129 rear shock for 2008-2010 Volvo V70, and OE replacement shock for Volvo XC70 rear suspension match this application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
• Loose or unsettled handling in lane changes
• Reduced tire contact and uneven road control
• Oil or gas leakage from a worn shock absorber
• Suspension response that no longer matches factory behavior

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by model year and suspension configuration before installation. This part is listed for 2012-2016 Volvo XC70 rear except self-leveling suspension, 2008-2011 Volvo XC70 rear with suspension codes 36 and 37, and 2008-2010 Volvo V70 rear with suspension codes 36 and 37. Confirm the lower mount type E2(14X52), upper mount type S1(8MM), compressed length 13.81, extended length 20.27, and stroke length 6.46 against the original unit before service.

Inspect related rear suspension components, mounting points, and bushings during replacement to help preserve alignment and damping performance. Part number 349129 is a rear shock absorber only; dust cover, internal rebound spring, and B-stop are not included.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is built to OE standards on the same assembly lines used for original equipment production. The design focus is restoring factory ride control, stability, stopping behavior, and handling response for the specified Volvo applications.