Bendix Friction 738 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes

Bendix Friction 738 is a rear drum brake shoe set from the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line, built for drivers who need OE-style fit and consistent braking performance. It is a 100% copper-free brake shoe option for select Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Grand Vitara, and Suzuki Vitara applications.

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on copper-free friction materials with OE-matched hardware details and application-specific engineering. For shoppers searching for rear brake shoes for a 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker or 1999-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, part number 738 is built around those exact drum brake requirements.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material
• Premium-grade lining engineered to exceed OEM performance targets
• Advanced adhesive for stronger bond integrity
• OE match levers for proper brake shoe operation
• Hardware included where applicable

Product Details

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes 738 are designed for rear drum brake service on select compact SUVs and crossovers. The friction formulation is tuned for dependable stopping response, while the OE-matched lever design supports correct fitment and brake feel. If you need rear drum brake shoes for a 2005-2008 Chevrolet Tracker or rear brake shoes for a 1999-2004 Suzuki Vitara with 8.66" x 1.63" brakes, this part number matches those applications directly.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Brake Issues It Can Address

• Rear brake shoe wear that reduces braking efficiency
• Brake noise caused by worn friction material
• Poor pedal response from aged drum brake components
• Uneven rear braking from deteriorated shoe lining
• Fitment problems when replacing worn OE-style rear shoes

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear drum size and application details before installation. This Bendix 738 brake shoe set is listed for rear positions only, and some applications require the 8.66" x 1.63" brake configuration. Inspect drums, springs, and related hardware for wear before assembly so the new shoes can seat correctly and deliver consistent contact.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Premium Copper Free products are part of Bendix Friction’s North American copper-free initiative, with friction materials engineered for modern brake service requirements. Bendix Premium Brake Shoes 738 are built to meet application-specific OE-style expectations for the listed Chevrolet and Suzuki rear drum brake applications.

• Fits 2005-2008 Chevrolet Tracker, rear
• Fits 1999-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, rear, w/ 8.66" x 1.63" brakes
• Fits 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker, rear, w/ 8.66" x 1.63" brakes
• Fits 1999-2004 Suzuki Vitara, rear, w/ 8.66" x 1.63" brakes