{"product_id":"kyb-3438020-excel-g-rear-shock-nissan-leaf","title":"KYB 2018+ Nissan Leaf Excel-G Shock - Rear","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOE Spec Rear Ride Control For Your Leaf\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber is engineered to OE specifications, giving Nissan Leaf owners a dependable factory feel replacement for worn rear shocks. KYB3438020 restores consistent ride comfort and handling without altering ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB3438020 uses OE spec valving for a factory ride feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas charged design reduces fade during extended driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on replacement, no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB3438020 maintains factory ride height and handling characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin tube design built to KYB manufacturing tolerances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for the added weight of the Leaf's battery pack and EV drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment Table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNissan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3438020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKYB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcel-G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas charged twin tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly listed by manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne KYB3438020 Excel-G rear shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout KYB\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKYB has manufactured shocks and struts for original equipment and aftermarket applications for decades, supplying ride control components trusted by car owners across North America. The Excel-G line matches OE specifications to deliver a reliable factory feel replacement for daily driven vehicles, including electric vehicles like the Leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KYB3438020?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB3438020 is an Excel-G rear shock absorber built for the Nissan Leaf. It uses OE spec valving in a gas charged twin tube design to restore factory ride comfort without changing ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct replacement or will I need extra parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a direct bolt-on replacement that installs at the factory shock mounting points without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to replace both rear shocks at once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's sold individually, but replacing both sides together is recommended for even handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this handle the extra weight of the battery pack okay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it's engineered to OE specifications that already account for the Leaf's curb weight, including the battery pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with any kind of warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it's backed by KYB's standard limited warranty covering manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need any special tools to install it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, standard hand tools are enough since it bolts into the factory shock location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this change how the car rides compared to stock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's designed to match the factory ride feel, so you shouldn't notice a dramatic difference beyond restored damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a break-in period after installing new shocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo formal break-in is required, though damping performance can feel slightly firmer for the first several miles as components settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise the rear of the vehicle and support it on jack stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the rear wheel for clearance to the shock mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the upper and lower shock mounting bolts to free the factory shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the KYB3438020 in place and install the lower mounting bolt first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the upper mount and torque all fasteners to factory specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the wheel and repeat on the opposite side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46138382745679,"sku":"KYB3438020","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/kyb3438020-hero.webp?v=1784725667","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/kyb-3438020-excel-g-rear-shock-nissan-leaf","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}