PowerStop 16-1640A Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Front Ceramic Brake Pads for OE-Style Stopping

Power Stop Z16 Low-Dust Ceramic Brake Pads are built for drivers who want a clean, quiet front brake upgrade with consistent pedal response. This front disc brake pad set uses a ceramic friction formula, OE positive mold technology, and a thermal scorched surface to support fast break-in and even wear.

Part number 16-1640A is a front brake pad replacement for select Jeep Cherokee and Chrysler 200 applications, including 2022 Jeep Cherokee front and 2018-2021 Jeep Cherokee front with a single piston front caliper and 278mm rear rotor. It also fits 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee front with RPO Code BRF and 2015-2016 Chrysler 200 front with RPO Code BRF and 330mm front rotor.

Key Features

• Ceramic friction material for low-dust operation and stable braking performance
• OE positive mold construction for consistent pad shape and wear
• Thermal scorched pad surface for quicker break-in
• Chamfered edges and slotted design to support quieter operation
• Pad shims included for added noise control
• Performance-grade front disc brake pad set
• Part number 16-1640A

Power Stop Z16 Evolution Line

The Power Stop Z16 Evolution line focuses on stock-replacement braking with ceramic materials tuned for everyday driving. For Jeep Cherokee brake pads and Chrysler 200 front brake pad replacement needs, this line emphasizes reduced brake dust, controlled noise, and predictable wear without changing the original brake feel.

Detailed Description

Power Stop 16-1640A front brake pads are engineered for drivers who want a direct replacement that keeps maintenance simple. The ceramic friction compound helps reduce visible dust on the wheels, while the chamfered edges, slotted surface, and included shims support quieter operation during normal street use. OE-style molding and a scorched surface help the pads seat faster and maintain consistent performance after installation. This makes them a practical choice for 2022 Jeep Cherokee front brake service, 2018-2021 Jeep Cherokee front brake replacement, and 2015-2016 Chrysler 200 front brake pad service.

This part cross-references Centric Parts 301.16401 and Wagner Brake ZD1640A for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake dust buildup on front wheels
• Squeal or noise from worn front pads
• Uneven pad wear from aging brake components
• Reduced braking consistency during routine driving
• Need for an OE-style front brake pad replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor size, caliper type, and RPO code before ordering, especially on 2018-2021 Jeep Cherokee models with a single piston front caliper and 278mm rear rotor and on 2015-2016 Chrysler 200 models with a 330mm front rotor. Inspect rotors, hardware condition, and caliper operation before installing new pads. Proper bedding-in after installation helps the ceramic friction material perform as intended.

Quality Assurance

Power Stop designs the Z16 Evolution series as an affordable stock-replacement brake pad option with OE-style construction and consistent material quality. Part number 16-1640A is built for front axle service on the listed Jeep Cherokee and Chrysler 200 applications.