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PowerStop - Front Red Powder Coated Brake Caliper Pair

PowerStop S2974 Disc Brake Caliper Set - Front

Brand PowerStop S2974
Position Front
Mounting Hardware Included No
Grade Type Performance
Caliper Casting Material Aluminum
Caliper Slides Included Yes
Piston Quantity 1
Caliper Type Floating
Piston Diameter 53.95
Caliper Color Red
Mounting Bracket Included Yes
Piston Material Steel
Product line PowerStop - Front Red Powder Coated Brake Caliper Pair
Fits Audi and Volkswagen · 136 vehicles

Direct replacement. Bolts in place of the stock caliper for a straightforward brake service.

Corrosion-resistant finish. High-heat red powder coating helps resist rust and cleans easily.

Pressure tested. Each caliper is checked for piston operation and leak prevention.

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Front Brake Caliper Set Overview

PowerStop S2974 is a performance disc brake caliper set built for direct replacement on compatible Volkswagen and Audi applications. It combines a remanufactured aluminum housing, red high-heat powder coating, and pressure-tested operation for a clean OE-style install with a performance finish.

Key Features

  • Direct-fit disc brake caliper set for front brake applications.
  • Remanufactured aluminum caliper body with a floating design.
  • High-heat red powder coating helps resist rust and corrosion.
  • Pressure tested to verify piston operation and check for leaks.
  • Includes new pistons, seals, slide pins where applicable, dust boots, bleeder screws, and stainless steel pad abutment clips.
  • PowerStop S2974 is finished for visible performance behind stock or custom wheels.

Product Details

This PowerStop brake caliper set is engineered for drivers replacing worn front calipers on Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Rabbit, Volkswagen Eos, and Audi A3 models listed in the fitment data. The floating caliper design uses a steel piston and a 53.95 mm piston diameter, while the included mounting bracket supports a direct replacement layout where specified. PowerStop S2974 is remanufactured in Chicago, IL and finished with an electrostatic red coating that is easy to clean and built to resist corrosion.

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

Common Problems It Can Address

  • Leaking caliper seals or pressure loss.
  • Corrosion on the caliper body or bracket.
  • Sticky or uneven piston movement.
  • Worn slide hardware or dust boots.
  • Brake appearance issues from faded or damaged calipers.

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s front brake configuration against the fitment notes before ordering. Some applications reference specific bracket castings or 288 mm front disc setups, so matching the existing brake hardware is important for correct installation. Mounting hardware is not listed as included. Use the supplied caliper slides and bracket components where applicable, and confirm proper brake bleeding after installation.

Quality Assurance

PowerStop pressure tests each caliper to confirm piston operation and help prevent leaks. The remanufacturing process includes new internal wear components and corrosion-resistant finishing for consistent service life.

This part fits 136 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2026VolkswagenJetta——2.0LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front Red Powder Coated Brake Caliper Pair
2025VolkswagenJetta——2.0LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front Red Powder Coated Brake Caliper Pair
2024VolkswagenJetta——2.0LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front Red Powder Coated Brake Caliper Pair
2023VolkswagenJetta——2.0LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front Red Powder Coated Brake Caliper Pair
2021VolkswagenJettaGLI Autobahn————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2021VolkswagenJettaGLI S————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2021VolkswagenJettaGLI S————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2021VolkswagenJettaGLI Autobahn————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2020VolkswagenJettaGLI Autobahn————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2020VolkswagenJettaGLI S————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2020VolkswagenJettaGLI S————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2020VolkswagenJettaGLI Autobahn————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenBeetle—————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenBeetle—————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenJettaGLI Autobahn————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenJettaGLI S————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenJettaGLI 35th Anniversary Edition————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenJettaGLI S————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenJettaGLI Autobahn————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2019VolkswagenJettaGLI 35th Anniversary Edition————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenBeetle—————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenBeetle—————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaS————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaSE————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaSport————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaSEL————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaWolfsburg Edition————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaWolfsburg Edition————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaSport————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaSEL————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaSE————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2018VolkswagenJettaS————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2017VolkswagenBeetle——1.8LL4—Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2017VolkswagenBeetle——1.8LL4—Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2017VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2017VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2016VolkswagenBeetle——1.8LL4—Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2016VolkswagenBeetle——1.8LL4—Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2016VolkswagenEos—————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2016VolkswagenEos—————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2016VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2016VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2015VolkswagenBeetle——1.8LL4—Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2015VolkswagenBeetle——2.0LL4DIESELFront288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2015VolkswagenBeetle——2.0LL4DIESELFront288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2015VolkswagenBeetle——1.8LL4—Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2015VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2015VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenBeetle——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenBeetle——2.0LL4DIESELFront288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenBeetle——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenBeetle——2.0LL4DIESELFront288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenGolf—————Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenGolf—————Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2014VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013AudiA3————DIESELFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013AudiA3————DIESELFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenBeetle——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenBeetle——2.0LL4DIESELFront288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenBeetle——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenBeetle——2.0LL4DIESELFront288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2013VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012AudiA3————DIESELFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012AudiA3————DIESELFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenBeetle——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenBeetle——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2012VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011AudiA3————DIESELFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011AudiA3————DIESELFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011VolkswagenJetta—Sedan———Front288mm Front Disc; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2011VolkswagenJetta—Wagon——GASFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010AudiA3————DIESELFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010AudiA3————DIESELFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenGolf—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenJetta—Wagon———FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenJetta—Sedan2.5LL5—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenJettaTDISedan2.0LL4DIESELFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenJetta—Wagon———FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenJetta—Sedan2.5LL5—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2010VolkswagenJettaTDISedan2.0LL4DIESELFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2009AudiA3—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2009AudiA3—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2009VolkswagenJetta—Sedan2.0LL4DIESELFrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2009VolkswagenJetta—Sedan2.0LL4DIESELFrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2009VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2009VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2008AudiA3—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2008AudiA3—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2008VolkswagenJetta——2.5LL5—FrontBracket Casting #801; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2008VolkswagenJetta——2.5LL5—FrontBracket Casting #801; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2008VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2008VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007AudiA3—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007AudiA3—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenJetta2.0T—2.0LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenJetta2.5—2.5LL5—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenJettaWolfsburg Edition—2.5LL5—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenJettaWolfsburg Edition—2.5LL5—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenJetta2.5—2.5LL5—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenJetta2.0T—2.0LL4—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2007VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006AudiA3—————FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006AudiA3—————FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJetta2.0T—2.0LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJettaTDI—1.9LL4—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJetta2.5—2.5LL5—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJettaValue Edition—2.5LL5—FrontPowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJettaValue Edition—2.5LL5—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJetta2.5—2.5LL5—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJetta2.0T—2.0LL4—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenJettaTDI—1.9LL4—FrontPower Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2006VolkswagenRabbit—————FrontBracket Casting #801; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2005VolkswagenJetta——1.9LL4—FrontCasting #581/582; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2005VolkswagenJetta——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; Bracket Casting #801; PowerStop - Front High-Heat Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2005VolkswagenJetta——2.5LL5—Front288mm Front Disc; Bracket Casting #801; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers
2005VolkswagenJetta——1.9LL4—FrontCasting #581/582; Power Stop - Front High-Temp Red Powder Coated Brake Calipers