Akebono ACT1593 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Brake Pads

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad, part number ACT1593, is a front disc brake pad set for select Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio applications. It uses Akebono’s ceramic brake technology focus to deliver OE-style braking performance with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control.

For drivers searching for front brake pads for 2012-2017 Hyundai Accent or 2012-2017 Kia Rio, ACT1593 is a direct-fit option for the listed front applications. It is also listed for 2011 Hyundai Accent and 2011 Kia Rio front fitments with the specified production dates.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for OE-style braking performance
• Front disc brake pad set for select Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio models
• OE ceramic material formulation
• Premium stainless hardware included in this disc brake pad set
• Developed by Akebono, a long-time ceramic brake technology supplier
• Part number ACT1593 for easy catalog matching

Detailed Description

Akebono ACT1593 is built for front brake service on 2012-2017 Hyundai Accent and 2012-2017 Kia Rio, plus 2011 Accent and 2011 Rio applications with the listed build-date notes. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is Akebono’s premium ceramic brake pad family, developed with a focus on controlled braking feel and NVH management. This makes it a practical choice for drivers who want a replacement pad set that matches the original equipment style used on many Asian vehicles.

This part cross-references Bosch BC1593 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Brake noise during everyday driving
• Uneven or worn front brake pad friction material
• Reduced braking response from aged pads
• Brake vibration concerns tied to pad wear
• Need for a front brake pad replacement on Hyundai Accent or Kia Rio

Installation Notes and Tips

Install ACT1593 on the front axle only for the listed vehicles and verify the production-date note for 2011 Hyundai Accent and 2011 Kia Rio applications. Inspect rotors, calipers, and pad contact surfaces before installation, and confirm the part number against your vehicle’s brake system before ordering. For best results, follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service procedure for pad replacement and bedding.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is recognized for ceramic brake technology development and supplies brake friction products across OE and aftermarket channels. The company maintains technical and R&D operations in Japan, the United States, and France, supporting product development with a focus on brake performance and NVH control.