Bendix Friction 959 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Service

Bendix Friction 959 is a rear drum brake shoe set for select 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and 2009-2012 GMC Canyon applications. It uses 100% copper-free friction material and premium-grade construction to support OE-style braking performance in everyday driving.

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on copper-free brake components for North America, giving buyers a straightforward option when they need a rear brake shoe replacement that aligns with current material requirements. Part number 959 is built for direct-fit service on the rear axle of the listed Colorado and Canyon models.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material
• Premium-grade friction compound engineered to exceed OEM performance targets
• Advanced adhesive for strong bond integrity
• OE match levers for proper fit and function
• Hardware included where applicable

Detailed Product Overview

Bendix Friction 959 rear brake shoes are built for drivers who need a dependable drum brake shoe replacement for Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon rear brake service. The friction material is formulated without copper and is paired with an adhesive system designed to maintain bond strength under braking heat and repeated stops. OE match levers help preserve the original brake shoe geometry and operating feel, while the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line keeps the focus on practical, application-specific replacement parts.

This part number, 959, is a fitment-based solution for rear brake maintenance on 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and 2009-2012 GMC Canyon models. If you are searching for rear drum brake shoes for a 2010 Chevrolet Colorado or rear brake shoes for a 2011 GMC Canyon, this application matches those vehicles directly.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Rear brake shoe wear that reduces stopping performance
• Brake noise caused by worn friction material
• Poor pedal response from degraded drum brake linings
• Uneven rear braking from aging shoe components
• Brake service needs on 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon rear drum systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear drum brake fitment before installation and compare the removed shoes to Bendix Friction 959. Inspect the drum surface, return springs, adjuster components, and wheel cylinders during service so the new shoes can seat correctly. If hardware is included for your application, replace worn related components at the same time to support consistent rear brake operation.

For buyers searching by vehicle, this part fits 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado, rear, and fits 2009-2012 GMC Canyon, rear. Part number 959 is also a useful search term when ordering rear brake shoes for these trucks.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes are part of Bendix Friction’s copper-free brake program for North America. The product line is built around OE-style fitment, application-specific hardware details where applicable, and friction materials selected for consistent brake service performance.