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Unity rear shock absorber silver metal cylinder with mounting hardware

Unity

Unity 259170 Rear Shock Absorber 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Veracruz 2011-2013 Kia Sorento

SKU CH-CE05-4HWJ4

Rear shock absorber fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe and Veracruz plus 2011-2013 Kia Sorento models

  • Direct OE replacement fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
  • Twin-tube gas-charged design restores factory ride quality
  • 50-year aftermarket specialist backs long-lasting reliability
  • Trouble-free installation saves workshop time
  • Covers 2011-2013 Kia Sorento and 2007-2012 Veracruz

Rear Shock Absorber 259170

The Unity 259170 is a twin-tube gas-charged rear shock absorber built as a direct OE replacement. It fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2007-2012 Hyundai Veracruz, and 2011-2013 Kia Sorento models. Drivers restoring factory ride control on these specific vehicles will find it matches the original mounting points and damping intent.

Twin-tube gas-charged damping

The gas-charged twin-tube design suppresses aeration to deliver consistent damping on daily roads and moderate loads. It handles normal commuting, highway cruising and light payloads without fade. The unit is not designed for heavy towing, aggressive off-road use or performance driving where monotube or reservoir shocks provide extra thermal capacity.

Direct-fit replacement constraint

Installation uses the existing upper and lower mounts with no bracket modifications required. The shock is engineered for the stock suspension geometry of the listed Hyundai and Kia applications only. Vehicles with lifted suspensions, altered spring rates or different model years fall outside the validated fitment and should not use this part.

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Price $24.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameUNITY

Questions about this item

Will this 259170 shock absorber mount to the original brackets on my 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe without modifications?

Yes, it is a direct replacement for OE shocks on the 2007-2012 Santa Fe, 2007-2012 Veracruz and 2011-2013 Sorento, so it bolts to the factory mounting points.

How can I verify the twin-tube gas-charged unit is functioning correctly once installed?

After fitting, the vehicle should sit level at the rear, show no fluid leaks on the body, and rebound smoothly without excessive bounce when each corner is pressed and released.

Does the box include new mounting hardware or must I reuse the original nuts and bolts?

Only the shock absorber is supplied; mounting nuts, bolts and bushings are not included and must be sourced separately if the originals are worn.

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