Wagner Brake EC1445 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front or Rear

Overview

Wagner Brake Essentials disc brake pad set EC1445 is built for everyday driving with OE-style fit and a ceramic friction formulation. It is engineered for consistent braking performance and low noise in commuter and light-duty use.

Key Features

• Ceramic friction material for stable braking characteristics.
• OE-style fit and formulation for straightforward replacement.
• Mechanical pad wear sensor included.
• Abutment clips included for pad support at the caliper.
• Low-noise design for daily driving applications.

Product Details

The Wagner Brake Essentials line focuses on practical replacement parts for routine service. EC1445 uses ceramic friction material with matching inner and outer pad thickness, and it is built around a cost-effective design for drivers who want dependable stopping performance without unnecessary complexity. This part number, EC1445, is used across several Hyundai and Kia applications, including Fits 2012-2017 Hyundai Azera, rear; Fits 2016 Kia Optima, front; Fits 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata, rear; Fits 2011-2015 Kia Optima, rear; Fits 2012-2013 Kia Soul, rear; and Fits 2010 Kia Soul, rear.

Common Uses

• Replacing worn brake pads that have reduced stopping response.
• Addressing brake noise during normal street driving.
• Restoring pad wear monitoring with a mechanical sensor.
• Servicing ceramic pad applications that need OE-style fitment.
• Updating brake friction material on Hyundai and Kia passenger vehicles.

Installation Notes

Confirm rotor condition, caliper hardware condition, and pad fitment before installation. This set includes abutment clips, but mounting hardware and pad shims are not included. Verify the vehicle position and brake configuration against the fitment list before ordering. EC1445 is listed for rear applications on the Hyundai Azera, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, and Kia Soul, plus a front application on the 2016 Kia Optima.

Quality Assurance

Wagner Brake applies its engineering experience to the Essentials line to deliver a practical OE-style replacement brake pad set for daily use. This part cross-references Akebono ProACT (e.g., ACT1445) for the same application.