Cardone 14-1257 Disc Brake Caliper Bracket - Rear Left or Rear Right

Cardone Caliper Bracket 14-1257

Cardone 14-1257 is a remanufactured disc brake caliper bracket built for rear brake service on select Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, and Volkswagen vehicles. It is coated for rust protection and includes a grease pack to support a cleaner, smoother installation.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to meet or exceed OE performance
• Original OE design flaws are corrected during remanufacturing
• Rust-protective coating helps extend service life
• Grease pack included for installation prep
• Cast iron construction for brake system durability
• Industry-leading bracket coverage for broad application matching

Product Details

The Cardone Caliper Bracket brand line focuses on remanufactured brake hardware that is inspected and tested before release. For part number 14-1257, bolt threads are checked for proper fitment and trouble-free installation, and the bracket is finished in gray with a cast iron body. This part cross-references Dodge 68029886AA and Volkswagen 7B0615425 for the same application.

Fits 2008-2011 Chrysler Town & Country, rear left and rear right. Fits 2008-2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, rear left and rear right. Fits 2009-2011 Dodge Journey, rear left and rear right. Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen Routan, rear left and rear right. Fits 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, rear left and rear right. Fits 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, rear left and rear right. Fits 2012 Dodge Journey, rear left and rear right with notes: except heavy duty brakes; single piston front calipers; before 03/24/2012. Fits 2012 Ram C/V, rear left and rear right. Fits 2012 Volkswagen Routan, rear left and rear right with notes: compatible with all front calipers except those designed for heavy duty brakes, single piston.

Common Brake Issues This Part Addresses

• Worn or damaged rear caliper bracket mounting surfaces
• Brake noise caused by bracket wear or corrosion
• Uneven pad movement at the caliper bracket
• Rust-related service issues on the rear brake assembly
• Fitment problems from damaged or stripped bolt threads

Installation Notes

Inspect the brake pads, rotors, caliper slides, and mounting points before installation. Clean the contact areas thoroughly and apply the included grease pack where specified by the brake service procedure. Verify thread condition and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification. For 2012 Dodge Journey and 2012 Volkswagen Routan applications, confirm the listed brake configuration notes before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures caliper brackets to OE-level standards and tests each unit for fit and function. The brand’s process includes inspection of bolt threads and correction of OE design issues to support reliable brake service on Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Journey, Ram C/V, and Volkswagen Routan applications.