Akebono ACT1444 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1444

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1444 is a front disc brake pad set for select Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications. It uses Akebono’s ceramic brake technology focus to support quiet, controlled braking with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness management.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for refined street braking performance
• Front disc brake pad set for confirmed Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima fitments
• OE ceramic material noted in the fitment data for select applications
• Akebono brake technology developed with a focus on NVH control
• Part number ACT1444 for easy catalog matching

Product Details

Akebono is known for ceramic brake material development and OE-level brake engineering. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is built for drivers who want a direct replacement brake pad option with a focus on smooth pedal feel, reduced brake noise, and consistent everyday stopping performance. This ACT1444 pad set is listed for 2011-2015 Kia Optima front applications and 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata front applications, including the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid front fitment.

This part cross-references Bosch BC1444 and Raybestos Brakes EHT1444H for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake squeal during normal street driving
• Uneven or worn front brake pad replacement needs
• Loss of smooth, quiet braking feel
• OE-style ceramic pad replacement for listed Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima models
• Front brake service on 2011-2015 Kia Optima and 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front axle application before ordering. Confirm rotor condition, caliper hardware condition, and pad fitment against the vehicle’s brake system specifications. For best results, follow the manufacturer’s bedding procedure after installation and inspect the braking system for wear or contamination before returning the vehicle to service.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is a long-established brake technology supplier with technical and R&D centers in Japan, the United States, and France. The brand’s OE background and ceramic brake development support consistent product engineering for the ACT1444 application range.