KYB SA1014 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Mazda 3

The KYB Excel-G SA1014 is a rear shock and mount assembly for the 2014-2018 Mazda 3. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change feel, and 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 solution. For drivers and technicians looking for a rear shock absorber for Mazda 3 applications, SA1014 delivers a direct-fit service part with the correct mounting configuration.

Key Features

• Fits 2014-2018 Mazda 3, rear
• KYB Excel-G part number SA1014
• Shock and mount assembly for rear suspension service
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Compressed length: 16.45 in.
• Extended length: 25.74 in.
• Stroke length: 9.29 in.
• Lower mount type: E2 (12x30)
• Upper mount type: S1 (8MM)
• Boot included
• Shock mount included

Product Details

Excel-G is KYB’s OE-style product line for restoring factory suspension performance. This rear shock absorber for the Mazda 3 uses the same type of quality components found in KYB’s original equipment production and is calibrated to return the vehicle’s original ride characteristics rather than alter them. The SA1014 part number is a practical choice for replacing worn rear dampers on 2014-2018 Mazda 3 models.

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

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing after bumps
• Rear-end instability during braking
• Loose or delayed lane-change response
• Uneven or inconsistent handling feel
• Worn rear shock performance on Mazda 3 suspension systems

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment on 2014-2018 Mazda 3 vehicles before installation. Match the lower and upper mount types to the original suspension layout, and confirm compressed and extended lengths against the removed unit. Because this is a shock and mount assembly, it is suited for direct rear suspension replacement where the OE-style mounting configuration is required.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. SA1014 is engineered to restore original suspension performance for the specified Mazda 3 rear application.