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Akebono ACT1826 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
| Brand | Akebono ACT1826 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Package | ZBAN9 |
| Product line | ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| Fits | Hyundai and Kia · 34 vehicles |
Ceramic brake technology. ProACT Ultra Premium pads deliver advanced friction material performance.
Noise-focused engineering. Built with Akebono NVH expertise for quieter, smoother braking.
Disc brake pad set. A direct replacement for disc brake service.
Cross-references ADVICS AD1826, Anchor 8614 and Anchor 9035 for the same application. See all 55.
Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1826
The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1826 is a front disc brake pad set built for specific Hyundai and Kia applications. It uses ceramic brake material and is engineered around Akebono’s focus on noise, vibration, and harshness control for consistent everyday braking.
Key Features
- ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for OE-style braking performance
- Front disc brake pad set for confirmed Hyundai and Kia fitments
- Ceramic friction material for smooth, quiet operation
- Application-specific fitment for vehicles such as Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Kona, Kia Optima, Kia Niro EV, and Kia Seltos
- Part number ACT1826 for easy catalog matching
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 focused on controlled friction behavior, reduced brake noise, and stable pedal feel in daily driving. This ACT1826 pad set is listed for front axle applications on 2015-2022 Hyundai and Kia models, including Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Optima, Kia Niro EV, and Kia Seltos. This part cross-references Bosch BC1826 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Brake squeal during normal street driving
- Uneven or inconsistent front brake response
- Excessive dust from worn front pads
- Reduced braking smoothness in stop-and-go traffic
- Replacement needs on Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Kona, and Kia Optima front brakes
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front brake configuration before ordering. Fitment includes notes such as abutment clips on some applications, stainless hardware on others, and California exclusions on select 2021 Hyundai Kona and Kona Electric listings. Always inspect rotors, calipers, and pad contact surfaces during brake service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque and bedding procedures after installation.
Quality Assurance
Akebono develops advanced brake and friction materials with technical centers in Japan, the United States, and France, supporting OE-level engineering and application-specific brake performance. The ACT1826 part number is backed by Akebono’s established ceramic brake expertise and cataloged fitment data for confirmed Hyundai and Kia front brake applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Kia | Niro EV | — | — | -L | -- | — | Front | With abutment clips; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2022 | Kia | Seltos | AWD | Automatic CVT | 2.0L | L4 | — | Front | With abutment clips; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2021 | Hyundai | Kona | AWD | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic pad material, includes stainless hardware, excludes California.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2021 | Hyundai | Kona Electric | — | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic pad material, includes stainless hardware, excludes California.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2021 | Kia | Niro EV | — | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic pad material, includes stainless hardware, excludes California.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2021 | Kia | Seltos | AWD | Automatic CVT | 2.0L | L4 | — | Front | With abutment clips; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Kona | AWD | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Kona Electric | — | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2020 | Kia | Niro EV | — | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2020 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | — | Front | With abutment clips; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Kona | AWD | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Kona Electric | — | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | ELECTRIC/GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Kia | Niro EV | — | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2019 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Kona | AWD | — | — | — | — | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | ELECTRIC/GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2018 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2018 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | ELECTRIC/GAS | Front | Contents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Hybrid; OE Pad Material is Ceramic; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2017 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2017 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | ELECTRIC/GAS | Front | Contents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Hybrid; OE Pad Material is Ceramic; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2016 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2016 | Kia | Optima | — | — | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | Front | OE ceramic material and premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | — | — | — | — | Front | Premium stainless hardware included with manual parking brake and OE ceramic pad material.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
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