KYB SM5816 Shock Mount - Rear Upper

KYB SM5816 Rear Upper Strut Mount

KYB SM5816 is a rear upper suspension shock absorber mount built as an OE-quality replacement for select Buick, Cadillac, and Chevrolet applications. It addresses the noise and vibration that worn mount insulators can transmit into the cabin while helping restore smoother suspension operation.

Compatible With 2011-2019 Buick Cascada, Buick Verano, Cadillac ELR, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Cruze Limited rear upper mount applications, this KYB Mount Components part is engineered for direct replacement service. The SM5816 is also a fitment-based search match for drivers looking for a rear upper strut mount for a 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze or 2012-2017 Buick Verano.

Key Features

• OE-quality replacement strut mount for the specified application
• Superior rubber helps reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• Mount bearings promote smoother steering response and help maintain front-end alignment
• Matched-grade studs and nuts support proper installation fitment
• Designed to replace hardened vibration insulators that can degrade ride quality

Product Details

KYB Mount Components are built around application-specific engineering, and the SM5816 follows that approach for rear upper suspension service. The mount cushions road impacts, reduces jarring feedback, and helps isolate the body from vibration that worn components can pass through the chassis. KYB SM5816 is a practical choice when replacing a rear upper strut mount on a Chevrolet Cruze, Buick Verano, or related platform vehicle where ride comfort and suspension control matter.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 908993) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Clunking or knocking from a worn rear upper mount
• Excess cabin vibration from hardened rubber insulators
• Harsh ride feel over bumps and rough pavement
• Reduced steering smoothness caused by worn mount bearings
• Alignment instability related to degraded front-end support components

Installation Notes

Install the SM5816 only on the listed rear upper applications and verify year, make, model, and position before service. Inspect the surrounding suspension hardware, strut assembly, and bearing surfaces during replacement so the new mount is not installed over worn components. Follow factory service procedures and torque specifications for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

KYB is known for OE-style suspension replacement components, and the Mount Components line is built to match application-specific requirements for fit and function. The SM5816 is engineered to support consistent suspension performance in the listed Buick, Cadillac, and Chevrolet applications.