Brake
Brake Rotors
Brake rotors are the discs that your pads clamp to stop each wheel. We list 145 brake rotors and rotor kits from $20 to $549 for 1975-2023 vehicles. Chevrolet leads with the Tahoe, Malibu, Impala and Equinox, followed by Dodge Ram 1500, Ford Escape and Expedition, and the Corvette.
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Detroit Axle Front and Rear Brake Pad and Rotor Kit R.55174_R.55178FBK
Fits 2017 models
Detroit Axle Front and Rear Brake Pad and Rotor Kit 10PR1900453
Fits 2013–2016 models
Signs of worn rotors
Rotors absorb the heat created when you brake. Over time they wear thinner and can develop uneven thickness.
Common signs include a pulsing pedal or shaking steering wheel when braking, deep grooves or a lip at the outer edge, blue heat spots, and grinding from metal on metal contact. Every rotor has a minimum thickness stamped on it. Measure with a micrometer, and replace the rotor if it is at or below that number.
Surface, coating and kits
Smooth rotors are the standard choice for daily driving. Drilled and slotted rotors help release gas and heat and are popular on performance builds. Coated rotors, such as the G-Coated finish in some listings, resist rust on the hub and edges.
Match the outer diameter and lug count to your vehicle. Listings show diameters such as 11.315 in, 12.99 in and 13.78 in, with 5 lug and 6 lug patterns. Many listings are pad and rotor kits for one or both axles. Replace rotors in pairs on the same axle, with new pads.
Fitment and install
Read the fitment table for brake package, trim and towing option, since rotor size can vary within one model. Compare the diameter of your old rotor.
Support the vehicle on jack stands. Clean rust from the hub face so the rotor sits flat, and wipe the new rotor with brake cleaner to remove oil. Torque the lug nuts in a star pattern to spec, and bed in the new pads.
Brake Rotors questions
Should I replace rotors and pads at the same time?
It is standard practice. New pads on worn rotors can cause noise, vibration and uneven wear. Always do both sides of an axle together.
What causes brake rotors to warp?
What drivers call warping is usually uneven thickness from pad material deposits or uneven lug nut torque. Heavy braking and heat speed it up.
Are drilled and slotted rotors worth it?
They suit performance driving and towing where heat builds up. For normal daily driving, a quality smooth rotor works well and is often quieter.