Akebono ACT1044 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1044

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1044 is a front disc brake pad set for select Ford, Mazda, and Volvo applications. It is built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology and OE-focused friction development for consistent braking performance, low noise, and controlled vibration.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for OE-style brake feel
• Front disc brake pad set for multiple Ford, Mazda, and Volvo models
• Ceramic friction material for quiet operation and stable pedal response
• Developed with Akebono’s focus on noise, vibration, and harshness control
• Direct replacement option for common front brake service applications

Product Details

Akebono Brake Corporation is known for ceramic brake technology and OE brake development across global vehicle platforms. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is positioned for drivers who want a replacement pad that follows original-equipment material expectations, especially on vehicles such as the Ford Focus, Ford Escape, Mazda 3, and Volvo C30. Part number ACT1044 is also referenced in cross-application catalogs under Bosch BC1044 and Wagner QC1044 for the same application.

Fits 2018-2020 Ford EcoSport, front; Fits 2013-2019 Ford Escape, front; Fits 2012-2018 Ford Focus, front; Fits 2004-2013 Mazda 3, front; Fits 2007-2013 Volvo C30, front; Fits 2004-2011 Volvo S40, front; Fits 2005-2011 Volvo V50, front.

Common Brake Issues This Pad Can Address

• Squealing or noisy front brake operation
• Uneven or inconsistent brake pedal feel
• Worn front pads requiring OE-style replacement
• Brake vibration concerns tied to friction material wear
• Service needs on Ford Focus, Mazda 3, and Volvo front brake systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor diameter and vehicle configuration before ordering, since some applications note specific rotor sizes or exclude abutment clips. Confirm front axle fitment for the exact year, make, and model listed, including notes for 2021 Ford EcoSport California-excluded applications and 2022 Ford EcoSport without abutment clips. Inspect rotors, caliper hardware, and pad contact surfaces during service for proper brake operation.

Quality Assurance

Akebono develops brake friction materials with technical centers in Japan, the United States, and France, and supplies OE-level brake technology across a wide range of vehicles. ACT1044 reflects that OE-focused engineering approach for front brake replacement service.