KYB Excel-G Front Left Shock Absorber 3340052 for 2014-2017 Subaru Crosstrek

Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

• Protect your new struts from dirt, debris and salt with a KYB Strut Boot, part number: SB101

Restore your Subaru’s original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change responsiveness, and handling with the KYB Excel-G front left shock absorber, part number 3340052. Designed as an original-equipment replacement, this shock absorber is engineered to restore the vehicle’s factory-tuned performance rather than change its driving characteristics. It is designed for select 2014-2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek and Crosstrek applications, excluding hybrid models where noted.

KYB is a leading original-equipment supplier to vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G components are produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design helps maintain consistent damping performance and contributes to dependable vehicle control under changing road conditions. Each unit is calibrated to help restore the handling balance intended by the vehicle manufacturer, making it a preferred replacement choice for professional technicians and quality-focused repairs.

What's Included: One KYB Excel-G front left shock absorber. For added protection against dirt, debris, and road salt, KYB recommends pairing this replacement with a KYB Strut Boot, part number SB101, when applicable. Verify vehicle configuration and installation requirements before ordering.

Fitment: Designed for select 2014-2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2016-2017 Subaru Crosstrek applications, including listed vehicle configurations and excluding hybrid models as specified. Confirm exact fitment by year, model, drivetrain, and vehicle configuration.

Features:

• Original-equipment replacement: Engineered to restore the vehicle’s original ride control, handling, stability, and responsiveness.
• OE-quality construction: Manufactured by KYB using the same OE assembly-line standards and quality components supplied to vehicle manufacturers.
• Nitrogen gas charged: Helps reduce aeration and supports consistent damping performance during changing driving conditions.
• Twin-tube design: Provides dependable shock control and is calibrated for the vehicle’s intended factory performance.

Fitments:
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Touring
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Base
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Touring
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Base
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Touring
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Limited
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Premium
2017 Subaru Crosstrek Base
2017 Subaru Crosstrek Limited
2017 Subaru Crosstrek Premium
2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium
2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring
2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium
2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring

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Part Type: automotive
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Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1