Honda builds some of the most popular vehicles on the road, and keeping their brakes fresh is straightforward once you know what to look for. This guide covers choosing and buying brake pads for your Honda, whatever you drive.
Popular Honda models we cover
We carry brake pads and brake kits for the full Honda lineup, including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Pilot, Odyssey, HR-V, Ridgeline, Fit, and Element. Front and rear sets are listed separately, because on most vehicles the fronts do more of the work and wear out first - see front vs rear brake pads.
Which compound for a Honda?
Most Hondas are cars and light crossovers that came from the factory on ceramic pads, and ceramic is the right choice again for most owners - quiet, low-dust, and smooth for daily driving. If you tow with a Pilot or Ridgeline or carry heavy loads, consider a heavy-duty or semi-metallic pad for extra fade resistance. Our guide on choosing brake pads breaks down the differences.
Getting the fitment right
Honda brakes can vary by trim, engine, and year - for example, Si and Type R Civics or specific Accord trims may use different brakes than the base models. Always confirm the year, model, and where possible the trim before ordering, and check the front vs rear position. Every listing states the verified fitment; see our FAQ for confirming fitment.
Do the job right
- Replace pads as a full axle set and fit a fresh brake hardware kit - see what's in a hardware kit.
- Inspect the rotors; replace or resurface if scored or below minimum thickness - see when to replace rotors.
- Bed the new pads in properly for quiet, smooth braking - see the bedding guide.
Shop Honda brakes
Browse brake pads by vehicle to find the exact set for your Accord, Civic, CR-V, or other Honda, and add fresh hardware to keep them quiet. For a complete refresh, a front-and-rear brake kit bundles rotors and pads in one box.