KYB SA1014 Excel-G OEA Gas Rear Shock Assembly Left & Right 2014-2018 Mazda 3

Vehicle Fitment

• 2014-2018 Mazda 3 (FWD, All Trims except MazdaSpeed) - Rear Left and Rear Right Shock Absorber Assembly

Fitment Notes

• Same part number fits both the rear left (driver) and rear right (passenger) positions - purchase two units for a complete rear axle replacement
• MazdaSpeed variants use different suspension tuning - verify your Mazda 3 trim before ordering
• This is a shock assembly (SA prefix) - includes integrated mounting hardware; not a bare shock requiring separate mount components
• Coil spring is NOT included - rear spring must be reused or purchased separately
• Sold individually - purchase two for a complete rear axle replacement
• Rear wheel alignment recommended after installation

Features

• OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classified - manufactured on the same KYB global OE assembly lines with the same components and processes used in new Mazda production; specifically calibrated to restore the 2014-2018 Mazda 3's original handling and ride comfort characteristics
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design prevents oil aeration for consistent, fade-free damping response across all temperature ranges and driving conditions
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled in-house damping valves calibrated in a pressurized clean room to precisely manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement for the BM/BN-generation Mazda 3 platform
• Triple chrome-plated piston rod reduces seal friction and wear for a long-lasting, reliable seal interface over the shock's full service life
• Seamless extruded steel inner working cylinder matched with a PTFE (Teflon) coated piston band ensures a consistent positive seal and extended service life
• KYB's strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry minimize flex to maintain correct alignment under all conditions
• Multi-lip synthetic oil seals and wiper system keep hydraulic fluid in and road debris and moisture out
• ESC and electronic safety systems ready - engineered to support proper operation of the Mazda 3's electronic safety systems throughout its service life
• Backed by KYB's Lifetime Warranty to the original purchaser

Specifications

• Part Number: SA1014
• Product Line: KYB Excel-G Shock Assembly
• Type: Nitrogen Gas-Charged, Twin-Tube Shock Absorber Assembly
• Position: Rear - Left (Driver) and Right (Passenger) - same part number for both sides
• Classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket)
• Piston Rod: Triple Chrome-Plated
• Inner Cylinder: Seamless Extruded Steel
• Piston Band: PTFE (Teflon) Coated
• Coil Spring Included: No
• Quantity: Sold Individually
• Warranty: KYB Lifetime Warranty

Included Components

• 1x KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Assembly (Left or Right) - SA1014
• Integrated mounting hardware
• Note: Coil spring is NOT included and must be reused or purchased separately

Product Description

The KYB SA1014 is an Excel-G nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube rear shock assembly for the 2014-2018 Mazda 3 (FWD, all trims except MazdaSpeed). The "SA" designation indicates this is a shock assembly with integrated mounting hardware included - not a bare shock requiring separate mount components. The same part number covers both the rear left (driver) and rear right (passenger) positions - purchase two for a complete rear axle replacement. The coil spring is not included and must be reused or purchased separately.

The Excel-G carries the OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classification - built on the same KYB global OE assembly lines with the same components used in Mazda production, calibrated specifically to restore the 2014-2018 Mazda 3's original handling and ride quality. KYB is Mazda's OE shock and strut supplier, making the Excel-G the factory-equivalent choice for this platform. Damping valves are hand-assembled in a pressurized clean room to precisely match the rear suspension tuning of the BM/BN-generation Mazda 3. Backed by KYB's Lifetime Warranty to the original purchaser.