Bendix Friction CFC1078 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Bendix Premium Copper Free Ceramic BPR Front Brake Pads

The Bendix Friction CFC1078 is a front disc brake pad set from the Bendix Premium Copper Free Ceramic BPR line, built for Subaru applications that call for ceramic brake performance and reduced copper content. It is vehicle tested to meet or exceed industry standards and uses an OE-designed 4-layer noise-eliminating shim for quieter operation.

For Subaru WRX, Legacy, Outback, Forester, Tribeca, and B9 Tribeca front brake service, this pad set is engineered with 100% copper-free, vehicle-specific formulas and broad late-model coverage. The CFC1078 is a direct-fit option for drivers looking for a ceramic front brake pad set with application-specific fitment.

Key Features

• Vehicle tested to meet or exceed industry standards
• OE-designed 4-layer premium noise-eliminating shim
• 100% copper-free, vehicle-specific friction formulas
• Coverage for late-model Subaru front brake applications
• Includes brake lubricant and hangtag

Product Line Details

Bendix Premium Copper Free Ceramic BPR is Bendix Friction’s copper-free brake pad and shoe offering for North American applications. The line focuses on ceramic friction materials, OE-style noise control, and fitment coverage for vehicles that require a copper-free brake solution.

Fitment

• Fits 2021 Subaru WRX, front
• Fits 2019-2020 Subaru WRX, front
• Fits 2015 Subaru WRX, front
• Fits 2019 Subaru Legacy, front; w/ EyeSight Technology; OEM ceramic material
• Fits 2019 Subaru Outback, front
• Fits 2010-2015 Subaru Outback, front
• Fits 2014-2018 Subaru Forester, front
• Fits 2016-2018 Subaru Legacy, front; electric parking brake replacement notes in service manual
• Fits 2016-2018 Subaru Outback, front; electric parking brake replacement notes in service manual
• Fits 2016-2018 Subaru WRX, front; electric parking brake replacement notes in service manual
• Fits 2005-2015 Subaru Legacy, front
• Fits 2008-2014 Subaru Tribeca, front
• Fits 2006-2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca, front

What It Helps Address

• Front brake pad wear on Subaru WRX, Legacy, Outback, Forester, Tribeca, and B9 Tribeca models
• Brake noise from worn or outdated pad materials
• Reduced braking consistency from aging front disc pads
• Need for a copper-free ceramic replacement pad set
• Service replacement for vehicles with OE ceramic pad material requirements

Installation Notes

Confirm the vehicle year, model, and front axle application before ordering CFC1078. Review the service manual notes for 2016-2018 Subaru Legacy, Outback, and WRX models with electric parking brake replacement procedures, and verify any EyeSight-related service requirements on the 2019 Subaru Legacy. Clean the caliper bracket and rotor surfaces before installation, and follow the brake lubricant and hardware instructions supplied with the pad set.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Friction backs this pad set with vehicle testing and OE-oriented design features, including a multi-layer shim for noise control and copper-free friction formulas for regulated brake service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.