Stock brake pads can wear down rotors, generate dust, and leave drivers hunting for a replacement that actually matches factory stopping power without the dealer price tag. EBC's Ultimax2 rear brake pads for the 2013-2018 Fusion 1.6 Turbo deliver ECE R90-approved stopping performance at a fraction of OEM cost, with a formulation that reduces rotor wear and keeps braking quiet and progressive from cold.
Factory-equivalent friction, lower rotor wear. The Ultimax2 compound carries a nominal friction coefficient of 0.46, matching the stopping power of original equipment pads. Compared to abrasive semi-metallic compounds, the EBC material reduces disc wear by up to 50 percent, meaning a single rotor can outlast two full sets of pads under typical driving conditions.
Brake-In coating eliminates the bed-in hassle. EBC applies a proprietary Brake-In surface treatment to every Ultimax2 pad, accelerating the initial seating process so the pads reach full friction quickly after installation. No scripted heat cycle or special break-in drive is required to get full performance.
Engineered to eliminate brake judder. The Ultimax2 formulation actively compensates for mild rotor judder after approximately 300 to 400 miles of use, smoothing out the pedal feel that worn or uneven rotors can introduce without requiring an immediate rotor replacement.
Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted for silent operation. Every Ultimax2 pad in the USA market ships with a full shim package, combined with chamfered edges and slotted friction surfaces, to suppress the vibration and noise that cheaper replacement pads often introduce. EBC rates this compound as their quietest formulation.
Nucap NRS mechanical retention. Rather than relying solely on adhesive bonding, EBC integrates Nucap NRS hooks directly into the backing plate. These mechanical anchors eliminate the risk of friction material debonding from the plate under normal highway use.
Product Benefits
- ECE R90 Approved: Meets the same brake safety standard as original equipment pads, legal for highway use.
- Reduced Rotor Wear: EBC compound cuts disc wear by up to 50 percent versus abrasive semi-metallic pads.
- Brake-In Coating: Factory-applied surface treatment accelerates pad bed-in after installation.
- Judder Compensation: Formulation smooths mild brake judder after 300 to 400 miles of use.
- Full Shim Package Included: All USA Ultimax pads ship shimmed for quieter, vibration-free braking.
- Nucap NRS Retention: Mechanical hooks on the backing plate prevent friction material debond.
- Low Dust Output: Dust levels are comparable to original equipment pads.
- Direct OEM Replacement: Bolt-on fitment to the rear axle of 2013-2018 Fusion 1.6 Turbo models.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures brake pads, rotors, and brake lines across multiple compounds and vehicle categories, from daily-driver replacements to track-focused ceramics and sintered metals. The Ultimax2 line represents EBC's core street compound, built to meet or exceed OEM stopping standards at accessible price points.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | S, SE, Titanium, Energi Platinum, Energi SE, Energi Titanium, Platinum Hybrid, Platinum, S Hybrid, SE Hybrid, Sport, Titanium Hybrid, SEL, Energi SEL, SEL Hybrid, SE Sport Hybrid |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1665 |