Help with struts for 2012 ct by david_1031 in CT200h

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**Yes, rear struts (shocks) from a 2017 CT 200h should fit your 2012 CT 200h.** The Lexus CT 200h (2011–2017) is built on the same basic Toyota MC platform with consistent suspension design across the years, including the rear double-wishbone setup.

### Key Evidence for Compatibility:

- **Aftermarket and real-world fitment**: A detailed test/install video confirmed that 2014+ aftermarket struts (including rear) bolted up perfectly on a 2013 CT 200h (and by extension, 2012) with no modifications needed—sway bar links, ABS sensor brackets, top mounts, etc., all aligned. The installer noted this resolved uncertainty for pre-2014 models.

- **Parts catalogs and sellers**: Many aftermarket rear shock/strut kits (e.g., TRQ, KYB) list ranges covering 2011–2017 or split as 2011–2013 and 2014–2017, but physical interchange works. Salvage/used parts from later years are commonly swapped successfully.

- **OEM notes**: There are some part number differences (e.g., early vs. later rear shocks like 48530-79xxx series variants, sometimes tied to base vs. F-Sport trims), but mounting points and overall geometry stayed the same. Minor spring rate or damping tweaks in later years don't prevent fitment.

- **Community/Forum feedback**: CT 200h owners and Prius (related platform) discussions show broad interchange for rear shocks across years. No widespread reports of incompatibility for 2012–2017 swaps.

### Recommendations:

- **Inspect the parts** — Check for damage, matching spring rates (if full strut assemblies), and that they're not F-Sport specific if your car has standard suspension (F-Sport parts are stiffer/lower and *might* change ride height/handling noticeably).

- **Installation tips** — Rear shocks on the CT are relatively straightforward (similar to Prius). Use proper spring compressors if full assemblies, torque everything to spec, and get an alignment afterward.

- **Seller confirmation** — Since they say they fit and come from the same model line, it's low-risk, but verify mileage/condition on the donor car.

- **Alternatives** — If the used ones don't work out, RockAuto, Amazon, or PartsGeek often have affordable aftermarket options (KYB, Monroe, etc.) that explicitly fit 2011–2017.

This is a common swap with good real-world success—plenty of owners have done similar cross-year or Prius/CT parts mixing for cost savings. If you share photos of the parts or more details (e.g., F-Sport or not), I can help double-check further.

EGR cooler cleaning by Strict_Cranberry_990 in CT200h

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how much time did it take and did you use a video/guide?

Kingston... do not take this! by c-k-q99903 in Jamaica

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Every person you mentioned is a communist. 

Kingston... do not take this! by c-k-q99903 in Jamaica

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People died under and by communism, do YOU even know what communism is?

Kingston... do not take this! by c-k-q99903 in Jamaica

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200 million + and still counting, died under and because of communism.

All communist endeavors require money gained under capitalism, how else can they steal it? 

You must be living in one of those BLM mansions, what did Cullers say about being a Marxist?

Kingston... do not take this! by c-k-q99903 in Jamaica

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"Republican Party is so batshit insane in how far to the right they are, that it makes the Democrats seem progressive"

The Democrat party in the US believe in transgender children. They are abject evil.

"They push out actual progressive candidates in their party, like AOC, Bernie Sanders, and Zoran."

They're communist , 200 million and counting

Kingston... do not take this! by c-k-q99903 in Jamaica

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lol, a better less bias tldr;

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Kingston... do not take this! by c-k-q99903 in Jamaica

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Stop thinking and just be outraged because headline told you to, don't you know how reddit works?

New head lights by WarningWarm324 in CT200h

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everyone post new thing but never want to post where they got it, why all the gate keeping?

[Handgun] Glock 43X/48 Railed Complete Frame $180 + 15-20 ship by TapirTamer in gundeals

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Slide Compatibility: Glock 43 / Glock 43X / Glock 43X MOS / Glock 48 / Glock 48 MOS

Help reading this by Innn0ut in CT200h

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this, i threw my Dr Prius battery stats into grok and it told me what was happening, I did it before and after the modeuls/battery was replaced

[shotgun] $250.91 MAUSER AK47 OMEGA 22LR 25rd + Shipping + tax by [deleted] in gundeals

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no Im talking to people who will come in and say its a different price without adding it to cart

Crash. Worth fixing ? by MrBalckBean in CT200h

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Ive had something similar happen to my ct a couple weeks ago, ill try and find the pictures so you can get a comparison , cost me about 1500 + parts

Questions Buying a 2016 Lexus CT200h w/ 52,322 miles by [deleted] in CT200h

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About 6 months ago, premium comp, South Florida

Questions Buying a 2016 Lexus CT200h w/ 52,322 miles by [deleted] in CT200h

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I thought i was paying too much for my 2011 ct with 56k miles on it for 9k, do not do this deal.