Help bring back steady, controlled handling at the rear of your car with the KYB Excel-G Shock and Mount Assembly SA1028, a rear shock absorber for the 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent and the 2020-2023 Kia Rio. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, and it installs in the rear position.
KYB notes that ride comfort matters, but ride control, stability, stopping, lane-change response and handling are critical. The Excel-G is calibrated to help restore the vehicle's original, designed performance, not change it. It is made on KYB's own OE assembly lines with the same OE-quality components. KYB classifies it as OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) and names it its recommended OEM replacement shock and mount.
- Gas-charged twin-tube design: nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction with the same quality components found in KYB's global OEM products.
- Triple-lip fluid seal: designed to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
- Vehicle-specific damping valves: hand-assembled in-house to manage tire contact, steering response and body movement.
- Supports safety systems: electronic safety systems depend on the suspension, brakes and tires working as the manufacturer intended, and the Excel-G helps keep them performing as designed.
Signs a rear shock may need replacing include excessive bouncing after bumps, the rear bottoming out, fluid leaking from the shock body and uneven tire wear. Find the cause before replacing parts. For balanced handling, replacing both rear shocks at the same time is recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right rear shock absorber for a 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent?
The KYB SA1028 is a rear shock and mount assembly listed for the 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full fitment chart.
Is this a 2020-2023 Kia Rio shock absorber?
Yes. The SA1028 is listed for the 2020-2023 Kia Rio as a rear shock and mount assembly.
What type of shock is the KYB Excel-G SA1028?
It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock with a triple-lip fluid seal and vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves. It comes as a shock and mount assembly.
What does a rear shock absorber do?
It dampens suspension movement to help control body motion, keep the tires in contact with the road and support steering response, stability and braking.
Should I replace both rear shocks at the same time?
Yes, replacing both rear shocks at the same time is recommended. This helps keep damping even from side to side for balanced handling.
