Akebono ACT1273 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Brake Pads

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad, part number ACT1273, is a front disc brake pad set built for drivers who want consistent braking performance with OE-style ceramic friction. It is a direct-fit option for select Jeep Wrangler JK, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Liberty, Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Journey, Dodge Nitro, Volkswagen Routan, and Ram C/V front brake applications.

Akebono is known for ceramic brake technology and OE brake development, and the ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line reflects that focus with low-noise, low-dust ceramic friction material and application-specific engineering. The ACT1273 is a practical choice for daily driving, commuting, and family vehicles that need smooth pedal feel and predictable stopping response.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for OE-style braking performance
• Front disc brake pad set for select Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Volkswagen applications
• Ceramic friction material specified for many original equipment brake systems
• Stainless hardware referenced in fitment notes for select applications
• Part number ACT1273 for easy catalog matching
• Cross-reference examples include Bosch BC1273 and PowerStop 17-1273

Detailed Product Overview

ACT1273 is engineered for front brake service on vehicles such as the 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Jeep Liberty, 2012-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, and 2012-2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. It also covers additional front applications including the Dodge Journey, Dodge Nitro, Volkswagen Routan, and Ram C/V. For shoppers searching for front brake pads for Jeep Wrangler JK, front ceramic brake pads for Dodge Grand Caravan, or Akebono ACT1273 replacement pads, this part number aligns with those needs.

Akebono’s brake expertise comes from long-term OE development and friction material research, with technical centers in Japan, the United States, and France. That background supports a pad formulation aimed at controlled noise, vibration, and harshness characteristics while maintaining stable braking feel in everyday use.

Common Brake Issues This Part Can Address

• Squealing or noisy front brake pads
• Excessive brake dust on wheels
• Uneven or inconsistent front braking response
• Worn pads requiring OE-style ceramic replacement
• Brake service needs on select Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Ram, and Volkswagen front applications

Installation Notes and Fitment Tips

• Fits 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, front
• Fits 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler, front
• Fits 2008-2012 Jeep Liberty, front
• Fits 2012-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, front
• Fits 2012-2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, front
• Fits 2012-2015 Ram C/V, front
• Fits 2012-2014 Volkswagen Routan, front
• Fits 2012-2013 Dodge Journey, front
• Fits 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, front
• Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen Routan, front
• Fits 2008-2010 Chrysler Town & Country, front
• Fits 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, front

Verify rotor size, caliper type, and brake code where noted in the fitment data before ordering. Some applications reference single-piston calipers, 302mm rotors, or specific brake codes, so matching the vehicle configuration is important for correct installation.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is a long-established OE brake supplier and a developer of ceramic friction technology used across a wide range of vehicle platforms. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is built around that OE-focused engineering approach for dependable front brake service.