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There is no universal Honda CR-V shock or strut. Fitment changes by generation, model year, front versus rear position and sometimes drivetrain. A front MacPherson strut, a bare replacement strut and a complete Quick-Strut assembly are different parts: a complete assembly includes a spring and mount, while a bare strut requires spring and mount transfer or separate replacement. Start with the VIN and select the exact year, drivetrain and position in the manufacturer catalogue. The parts below are deliberately divided by generation and position rather than presented as universal CR-V choices.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monroe 172143 | $115-$190 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | Monroe 172144 | $115-$190 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | Monroe 171380L | $105-$180 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | KYB 339261 | $130-$200 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | KYB 339262 | $130-$200 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | KYB 341492 | $85-$145 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | Monroe 272492 | $140-$230 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | Monroe 172497L | $120-$210 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | KYB 339365 | $115-$175 | Amazon |
| 10 | KYB 340115 | $80-$130 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
Monroe 172143
Front-right Quick-Strut complete assembly for 2002-2006 Honda CR-V. It includes the spring and mount; it is not a rear shock and must not be used as a 2007-2011 substitute.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
Monroe 172144
Front-left Quick-Strut complete assembly for 2002-2006 Honda CR-V. Buy the left-side assembly for the driver side only after checking 2WD or 4WD catalogue fitment.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
Monroe 171380L
Rear-left Quick-Strut assembly for 2002-2006 CR-V. This is a complete strut-and-spring unit, not merely a damper cartridge.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
KYB 339261
Front-right Excel-G strut for 2007-2011 Honda CR-V. It is the bare strut, so reuse or separately replace the spring, mount, bearing and hardware as appropriate.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
KYB 339262
Front-left Excel-G strut for 2007-2011 Honda CR-V. This is position-specific and requires a separate spring/mount rather than serving as a complete assembly.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
KYB 341492
Rear Excel-G shock/strut for 2007-2011 Honda CR-V. Confirm side and drivetrain in the KYB catalogue; rear suspension parts are not interchangeable with front struts.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
Monroe 272492
Front-left Quick-Strut complete assembly for 2007-2011 Honda CR-V. It is a preassembled strut, spring and mount package, not a bare damper.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
Monroe 172497L
Rear-left Quick-Strut complete assembly for 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, listed for both 2WD and 4WD applications. Match the side and year before purchase.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
KYB 339365
Front-right Excel-G strut for 2012-2014 Honda CR-V. It is a bare front strut and needs spring/mount work; do not use it for the 2007-2011 generation.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
KYB 340115
Rear Excel-G shock/strut for 2012-2016 Honda CR-V. Verify year, side and drivetrain through KYB before purchase because later CR-V generations use different parts.
- Honda CR-V year-specific
- position-specific
- catalogue fit required
- named position and generation
- not universal
- check VIN and drivetrain
- alignment recommended after front work
Buying tips
- Replace left and right dampers as a pair on the same axle.
- A front strut replacement normally needs a wheel alignment.
- Confirm drivetrain, VIN, generation and side before ordering; complete assemblies and bare struts require different installation work.
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