Car & Vehicle Parts
Technical review: 2026-08-20
Replacement Car Brake Calipers & Carriers
Source front and rear hydraulic brake calipers, caliper carrier brackets, slider pin kits, and electronic parking brake (EPB) servo actuator motors.
Where to Find Your Model or Part Number
To guarantee 100% compatibility, check these standard locations for model badges, OEM stampings, and serial numbers:
- Cast into the iron or aluminium caliper body (e.g. piston diameter e.g. "54" or "57")
- Manufacturer branding on caliper bridge (e.g. TRW, ATE, Bosch, Brembo, Lucas)
Frequently Replaced Components & Spares
Front Single & Multi-Piston Calipers
Floating and fixed hydraulic brake calipers
Rear Calipers with Integrated Handbrake
Mechanical cable lever and electronic parking brake (EPB) rear calipers
Caliper Carrier Brackets & Slide Pins
Machined steel caliper mounting brackets with rubber dust boots
Common Symptoms & Fault Diagnostics
| Observed Symptom | Likely Root Cause | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|
| Car pulls strongly to one side under braking, and wheel feels hot to touch | Seized caliper piston or stuck slide pin causing brake pad to drag continuously against disc rotor | Inspect and replace faulty component. |
Compatibility Verification Checklist
Before ordering replacement components, verify these technical specifications to avoid returns:
Match brake disc diameter and thickness (e.g. 288mm vs 312mm ventilated discs use different caliper carriers)
Confirm side: Left Hand (Nearside / Passenger in UK) vs Right Hand (Offside / Driver in UK)
How to Photograph Your Part for AI Identification
- 1Photograph the cast numbers on the caliper face and the handbrake mechanism.
Safety & Legal Compliance Notice
Brakes are a critical safety system. Bleed hydraulic lines thoroughly to remove air bubbles and use certified DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 fluid.