Akebono ACT1921 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Rear Ceramic Brake Pads for Malibu

Akebono ACT1921 is a ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set for rear brake service on select Chevrolet Malibu models. It is built with ceramic friction material, integrally molded backing, and mechanical pad wear sensor provisions for a direct-fit replacement on listed applications.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for OE-style brake service
• Ceramic friction material for consistent rear braking performance
• Integrally molded friction material attachment
• Pad wear sensor included with mechanical sensor type
• Abutment clips included
• FMSI number 9146-D1921
• Fits rear brake applications on 2016-2022 Chevrolet Malibu

Product Details

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line focuses on advanced friction development with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control. ACT1921 is a rear disc brake pad set engineered for select Chevrolet Malibu applications where OE ceramic pad material is specified, including 2016-2020 Malibu rear and 2021-2022 Malibu rear with manual parking brake. This part cross-references Bosch BC1921 for the same application. Akebono ACT1921 is a practical choice when replacing rear pads on a Chevrolet Malibu and maintaining the original ceramic-style braking feel.

Common Brake Issues It Can Address

• Rear brake squeal or noise during stops
• Uneven or worn rear pad friction material
• Brake pedal feel changes caused by pad wear
• Service needs on Malibu rear disc brake applications
• Replacement of pads with OE ceramic material specification

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, model, and parking brake configuration before installation. This pad set is listed for 2016-2020 Chevrolet Malibu rear and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Malibu rear with manual parking brake; 2021-2022 applications also note exclusion for California. Inspect rotors, caliper hardware, and sensor routing during service, and follow the vehicle service procedure for pad bedding after installation. ACT1921 includes abutment clips, but brake lubricant is not included.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is known for ceramic brake technology and supplies advanced brake friction products through technical and manufacturing operations in Japan, the United States, France, and other global facilities. The ACT1921 uses ceramic friction material and includes pad wear sensor provisions for the listed applications.