KYB 349207 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Hyundai Santa Fe

The KYB Excel-G 349207 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe models. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, and lane-change handling without changing the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.

Made on KYB OE assembly lines, the Excel-G line uses OE-quality components and is calibrated as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement for the Hyundai Santa Fe rear suspension.

Key Features

• Fits 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, rear
• KYB Excel-G part number 349207
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube shock absorber design
• Vehicle-specific damping valves help manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps maintain alignment under load
• R-stop design included; dust cover, internal rebound spring, and B-stop are not included
• Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 33211 for the same application

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G shocks are engineered to restore the factory ride characteristics of the Hyundai Santa Fe rather than alter them. The 349207 rear shock uses KYB’s OE-focused calibration and hand-assembled damping valves to help keep the suspension working as the vehicle manufacturer intended. This matters for everyday driving, especially when the suspension affects braking stability and electronic safety system performance.

For drivers searching for a rear shock absorber for a 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, KYB 349207 provides a direct replacement option built around OE-style performance. The Excel-G line is a practical choice when the goal is to recover original control, reduce excess body motion, and maintain predictable handling.

What This Shock Absorber Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or inconsistent rear suspension control
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Noise and vibration from aging rear shock components

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear fitment for your specific 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe before ordering. KYB recommends replacing strut mounts, part number SM5296, to help reduce noise and vibration during installation. Compressed length is 14.76 in., extended length is 23.35 in., and stroke length is 8.59 in.

Additional components may be required depending on the vehicle’s condition and suspension setup. Always inspect related mounting points, bushings, and hardware condition before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a global OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same assembly lines used for KYB original equipment products. The 349207 is built with OE-quality components and OE-style calibration to restore designed suspension performance for the Hyundai Santa Fe rear application.