R1 Concepts 2551-0206-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

R1 Concepts Front Brake Pads for Volkswagen

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-0206-00, are front disc brake pads for select early Volkswagen applications. This pad set is listed for Volkswagen Jetta, Quantum, Rabbit Convertible, and Rabbit Pickup models across the 1980-1984 range.

Key Features

• Disc brake pad set for front axle use
• R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
• Direct fitment listed for select Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Quantum applications
• Also listed for Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible and Rabbit Pickup front brake applications
• Part number 2551-0206-00 for application matching and catalog lookup

Fitment Details

• Fits 1982-1984 Volkswagen Jetta, front, except GLI.
• Fits 1982-1983 Volkswagen Quantum, front.
• Fits 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, front, to 12/83.
• Fits 1980-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, front.
• Fits 1981-1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, front.
• Fits 1980-1981 Volkswagen Jetta, front.
• Fits 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, front, from 8/80.

What This Part Is Used For

• Replacing worn front brake pads on a Volkswagen Jetta
• Servicing front disc brakes on a Volkswagen Quantum
• Restoring braking performance on a Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible
• Addressing pad wear on a Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup front brake system
• Matching the correct front pad set by vehicle year and trim notes

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, model, and front brake configuration before ordering. This listing includes trim and date restrictions, including Jetta models except GLI, Rabbit Convertible coverage limited by production date, and a specific from-8/80 note for one Rabbit Convertible application. Verify the part number 2551-0206-00 against your existing pad shape and catalog references before installation.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts identifies this as part of its R1 Optimum OE Pads line, a cataloged OE-style brake pad offering for the listed Volkswagen applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.