Carlson 17241 Drum Brake Hardware Kit - Rear

Brand Carlson 17241
Position Rear
Fits Volkswagen · 43 vehicles

Complete hardware kit. Includes clips, seals, pins, boots, springs, and adjuster assemblies for brake service.

Brake system restoration. Helps restore consistent braking performance with replacement hardware components.

Drum brake service. Provides the parts needed to refresh drum brake hardware and related assemblies.

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Carlson 17241 Drum Brake Hardware Kit

Carlson 17241 is a rear drum brake hardware kit for Volkswagen compact cars that use 180 x 30mm rear drum brakes. It is built to restore the small hardware components that support brake shoe operation, including anti-rattle clips, seals, pins, dust boots, return springs, hold down springs, and adjuster assemblies.

Compatible with Volkswagen Cabriolet, Fox, Golf, Jetta, Rabbit Convertible, and rear drum brake applications that match the listed 180 x 30mm or 180 X 30mm configurations.

  • Rear drum brake hardware kit for service and restoration work
  • Includes brake system support components such as clips, pins, boots, springs, and adjuster assemblies
  • Fits Volkswagen rear drum brake setups with 180 x 30mm dimensions
  • Application coverage includes 1980-1993 Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Fox, Cabriolet, and Rabbit Convertible
  • Carlson part number 17241 for direct catalog lookup

Detailed Application Coverage

This Carlson drum brake hardware kit is made for rear brake service on Volkswagen models with drum brake assemblies. It fits 1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet, rear; 1987-1993 Volkswagen Fox, rear; 1983-1992 Volkswagen Jetta, rear; 1985-1989 Volkswagen Golf, rear; 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, rear; and 1980-1982 Volkswagen Jetta, rear. The part number 17241 is a practical match for technicians replacing worn brake shoe hardware during rear brake maintenance on Volkswagen Jetta and Golf platforms.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems It Addresses

  • Brake shoe noise caused by worn anti-rattle hardware
  • Uneven shoe return from fatigued springs or adjuster components
  • Corrosion or damage to drum brake pins, seals, or dust boots
  • Reduced brake hardware retention during rear brake service
  • Restoration of aging Volkswagen rear drum brake assemblies

Installation Notes

Verify rear drum size and vehicle application before installation. Compare the existing hardware layout to the listed 180 x 30mm or 180 X 30mm rear brake configuration, and inspect the brake shoes, wheel cylinders, and drum surface at the same time. Carlson 17241 should be installed as part of a complete rear brake service on the specified Volkswagen models.

Quality Assurance

Carlson supplies brake service components for repair and maintenance applications, and this kit is organized to support a proper rear drum brake rebuild on the listed Volkswagen vehicles. Part number 17241 is cataloged for direct application matching.

This part fits 43 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypePositionNotes
1993VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1993VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1992VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1992VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1992VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1991VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1991VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1991VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1990VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1990VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1990VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1989VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1989VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1989VolkswagenGolfRear180 x 30mm; 559
1989VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1988VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1988VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1988VolkswagenGolfRear180 x 30mm; 559
1988VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1987VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1987VolkswagenFoxSedanRear180 x 30mm; 559
1987VolkswagenGolfRear180 x 30mm; 559
1987VolkswagenJettaWolfsburg EditionRear180 x 30mm; 559
1987VolkswagenJettaGLRear180 x 30mm; 559
1987VolkswagenJettaBaseRear180 x 30mm; 559
1986VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1986VolkswagenGolfRear180 x 30mm; 559
1986VolkswagenJettaGLRear180 x 30mm; 559
1986VolkswagenJettaBaseRear180 x 30mm; 559
1985VolkswagenCabrioletRear180 x 30mm; 559
1985VolkswagenGolfRear180 x 30mm; 559
1985VolkswagenJettaGLRear180 x 30mm; 559
1985VolkswagenJettaBaseRear180 x 30mm; 559
1984VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1984VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear180 X 30mm; 497
1983VolkswagenJettaRear180 x 30mm; 559
1983VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear180 X 30mm; 497
1982VolkswagenJettaRear180 X 30mm; 497
1982VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear180 X 30mm; 497
1981VolkswagenJettaRear180 X 30mm; 497
1981VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear180 X 30mm; 497
1980VolkswagenJettaRear180 X 30mm; 497
1980VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear180 X 30mm; 497