PowerStop SW-1216 Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor - Rear

Rear Brake Wear Sensor for Euro-Stop Applications

PowerStop SW-1216 is a rear disc brake pad wear sensor built for Euro-Stop electronic brake monitoring systems. It is designed to match OEM form, fit, and function while supporting reliable brake wear indication on select Buick Encore GX and Chevrolet Trailblazer applications.

The PowerStop Euro-Stop line focuses on straightforward brake maintenance for vehicles that use electronic pad wear monitoring. This rear sensor is engineered for proper connector fit, stable conductivity, and dependable operation under high-temperature brake conditions.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake pad wear sensor for electronic brake wear monitoring
• PowerStop part number SW-1216
• OEM-style form, fit, and function
• Built to withstand elevated brake temperatures
• Black connector with oval shape and female terminal design
• Blade terminal type with 2-wire construction
• Includes grommets for routing and retention
• 36.614 in. wiring harness length

Detailed Description

PowerStop SW-1216 is a rear electronic brake wear sensor intended for vehicles equipped with Euro-Stop style pad wear monitoring. It is designed to meet or exceed OEM requirements for fit and function, helping maintain accurate brake wear signaling after pad service. The sensor uses a 2-wire layout, a female connector, male terminals, and an oval black connector profile for proper integration with the vehicle harness. PowerStop SW-1216 is a direct-fit service part for rear brake applications on 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX, 2023-2026 Buick Encore GX, and 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

This part cross-references 42726384 for the same application.

What This Sensor Helps Address

• Brake wear warning light staying on after pad replacement
• Damaged or worn rear brake wear sensor wiring
• Incorrect brake wear signal from a failed electronic sensor
• Fitment issues when replacing an OEM-style rear wear sensor
• Brake service on vehicles that use rear pad wear monitoring

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Inspect the sensor routing path, grommets, and connector condition during brake service, and replace any worn or heat-damaged components in the harness path. Confirm the connector seats fully and the sensor is positioned to avoid contact with moving suspension or brake components. Fits 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX, rear. Fits 2023-2026 Buick Encore GX, rear. Fits 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer, rear.

Quality Assurance

PowerStop designs this Euro-Stop brake wear sensor to match OEM-style requirements for fit, function, and temperature resistance. It is built for continued operation over extended mileage in rear brake wear monitoring systems.