Bosch BS553R Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bosch BS553R Rear Drum Brake Shoe

The Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe BS553R is a new rear drum brake shoe for select compact GM applications. It is built for vehicles that use a 7.87 x 1.82 in. rear drum brake setup, including Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Buick Skylark, and related models.

Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe BS553R is a direct-fit rear brake shoe option for drivers servicing older Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac, and related platforms with drum rear brakes.

Key Features

• Brand: Bosch
• Brand line: Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe
• Part number: BS553R
• Part type: Drum brake shoe
• New construction
• Rear position application
• Fits vehicles with 7.87 x 1.82 in. rear drum brake dimensions where noted

Fitment Details

• Fits 1985-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, rear
• Fits 1995-2002 Pontiac Sunfire, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1998 Buick Skylark, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1992-1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, rear
• Fits 1985-1998 Pontiac Grand Am, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1987-1996 Chevrolet Corsica, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1986-1994 Pontiac Sunbird, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1988-1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1989 Buick Skyhawk, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1988 Cadillac Cimarron, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1988 Oldsmobile Firenza, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1987 Chevrolet Chevette, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1987 Oldsmobile Calais, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1987 Pontiac Acadian, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985-1987 Pontiac T1000, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985 Chevrolet Citation II, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.
• Fits 1985 Pontiac J2000 Sunbird, rear; 7.87 x 1.82 in.

What This Brake Shoe Helps Address

• Rear brake noise from worn drum shoes
• Reduced braking performance in drum brake systems
• Uneven rear braking caused by aged friction material
• Service replacement needs on Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire rear drum brakes
• Maintenance for Buick Skylark, Pontiac Grand Am, and similar GM compact platforms

Installation Notes

Confirm rear drum brake dimensions and vehicle application before installation. This Bosch BS553R brake shoe is intended for rear drum brake service on the listed vehicles, including Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, and Pontiac Grand Am applications. Inspect drums, hardware, and related brake components during service to verify proper brake operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

This is a new Bosch brake shoe from the Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe line. Bosch is a recognized automotive parts manufacturer with OE-focused brake product coverage across service applications.