Brembo P78026N Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Brembo Rear Brake Pads for Subaru

The Brembo P78026N is a rear disc brake pad set formulated for North American driving conditions. Built as a Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad, it focuses on quiet operation, smooth pedal feel, and cleaner wheels on supported Subaru applications.

For Subaru Ascent, Forester, Crosstrek, Legacy, Outback, and WRX rear brake service, this pad set uses a premium shim and a Brembo friction formulation to deliver consistent braking performance with reduced noise.

Key Features

• Premium NAO ceramic OE-equivalent rear brake pad design
• Formulated for comfortable, quiet, smooth braking
• Helps reduce brake dust for cleaner wheels
• Includes premium shim construction
• Acoustic wear indicator included
• Brake system: Akebono
• FMSI reference: 9043-D1808
• Part number: P78026N

Product Details

Brembo P78026N is engineered as a rear disc brake pad set for Subaru vehicles using the Akebono brake system. Dimensions include a 123 mm width, 47.7/52.5 mm height, and 14.5 mm nominal thickness. The ceramic OE-equivalent friction material is aimed at drivers who want predictable stopping response, low noise, and less visible brake dust during everyday use. This part cross-references Akebono ProACT ACT1808 and Bosch BC1808 for the same application.

Compatible With 2021-2024 Subaru Ascent, rear; 2022-2024 Subaru Forester, rear; 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, rear; 2020-2023 Subaru Legacy, rear; 2020-2023 Subaru Outback, rear; 2021 Subaru WRX, rear; 2019-2020 Subaru Ascent, rear; 2019-2020 Subaru Forester, rear; 2016-2020 Subaru WRX, rear; 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, rear; 2015-2019 Subaru Legacy, rear; and 2015-2019 Subaru Outback, rear.

What It Helps Address

• Rear brake noise during normal driving
• Brake dust buildup on wheels
• Uneven or inconsistent pedal feel from worn pads
• Brake wear indicator warnings
• Replacement needs for Subaru rear disc brake service

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s rear brake system is Akebono before ordering. Confirm pad dimensions, FMSI 9043-D1808, and the vehicle year, make, and model against the fitment list. Inspect rotors, caliper hardware, and brake fluid condition during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake bedding procedure after installation.

Quality Assurance

Brembo’s Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad line is formulated for North American market requirements and uses a premium shim to support quiet, smooth braking performance. The P78026N is built to OE-style expectations for the listed Subaru rear applications.