Rear Brake Pads for Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2551-1018-00 are rear disc brake pads for select Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen applications. This rear brake pad set is listed for vehicles including the Audi A6 Quattro, S6, A8 Quattro, S4, S8, RS4, and RS6, plus Bentley Continental, Bentley Flying Spur, and Volkswagen Phaeton.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake pad set for OE-style replacement service
• Fits select 2003-2018 Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen rear brake applications
• Part number 2551-1018-00 for easy identification
• R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
• Requires BPS-74002 sensors on listed Bentley Continental and Volkswagen Phaeton applications

Fitment Details

• Fits 2004-2018 Bentley Continental, rear. Requires sensors BPS-74002 (2).
• Fits 2014-2018 Bentley Flying Spur, rear.
• Fits 2005-2011 Audi A6 Quattro, rear.
• Fits 2007-2011 Audi S6, rear.
• Fits 2004-2010 Audi A8 Quattro, rear.
• Fits 2004-2009 Audi S4, rear.
• Fits 2007-2009 Audi S8, rear.
• Fits 2007-2008 Audi RS4, rear.
• Fits 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, rear. Requires sensors BPS-74002 (2).
• Fits 2003-2004 Audi RS6, rear.
• Fits 2003 Bentley Continental, rear.

Product Description

The R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on direct-fit brake pad replacement for vehicles that need rear braking service without changing the original brake setup. Part number 2551-1018-00 covers a wide range of performance and luxury platforms, including rear brake pad applications for the Audi A6 Quattro, Audi S6, Audi A8 Quattro, Audi S4, Audi S8, Audi RS4, Audi RS6, Bentley Continental, Bentley Flying Spur, and Volkswagen Phaeton. This makes it a practical choice when searching for rear brake pads for 2004-2018 Bentley Continental, rear, or rear brake pads for 2005-2011 Audi A6 Quattro.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Installation Notes

• Confirm rear axle fitment before ordering.
• Check sensor requirements on Bentley Continental and Volkswagen Phaeton applications; BPS-74002 sensors are listed for those vehicles.
• Inspect rotors, calipers, and wear sensors during brake service.
• Follow vehicle-specific service procedures and torque specifications during installation.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts identifies this part as part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads product line, built for OE-style brake pad replacement across the listed Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen rear applications.