From the best-selling F-150 to the Escape and Mustang, Ford covers a huge range of vehicles - and each has its own brake needs. Here is how to choose and buy the right brake pads for your Ford.
Popular Ford models we cover
We carry brake pads and brake kits across the Ford lineup, including the F-150, Escape, Explorer, Fusion, Mustang, Edge, Focus, Ranger, Expedition, and Taurus. Front and rear sets are listed separately; the fronts usually wear first - see front vs rear brake pads.
Which compound for a Ford?
Cars and crossovers like the Fusion, Escape, and Edge do well on quiet, low-dust ceramic pads. Trucks and SUVs that tow or haul - F-150, Expedition, and Super Duty - benefit from semi-metallic or heavy-duty pads that shed heat and resist fade under load. See best pads for towing and our choosing brake pads guide.
Getting the fitment right
Ford trucks in particular have several brake variations - an F-150 can differ by cab, bed, payload package, and 2WD vs 4WD, and Super Duty trucks have their own heavy brakes. Confirm the year, model, drivetrain, and any heavy-duty package, and check front vs rear position. Every listing states the verified fitment - see our FAQ for confirming it.
Do the job right
- Replace pads as a full axle set with fresh hardware.
- Inspect rotors and replace if needed - see warped rotors.
- Bed the new pads in - see the bedding guide.
Shop Ford brakes
Browse brake pads by vehicle to find the exact set for your F-150, Escape, Explorer, or other Ford. For a complete job, a front-and-rear brake kit bundles rotors and pads in one box.