Rear Brake Pads for Select Ford, Mercury, and Jaguar Models

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-1071-00, are rear disc brake pads for select Ford, Mercury, and Jaguar applications. This pad set is listed for 2005-2009 vehicles and covers multiple rear brake fitments, including Ford Taurus, Taurus X, Five Hundred, Freestyle, Mercury Sable, Montego, and Jaguar X-Type.

The R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style replacement fitment for everyday braking service. If you are replacing worn rear pads on a Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable, 2551-1071-00 provides a direct-match option for the listed rear applications.

Key Features

• Disc brake pad set for rear axle applications
• R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads product line
• Part number 2551-1071-00
• Fits select 2005-2009 Ford, Mercury, and Jaguar models
• OE-style replacement format for listed rear brake applications

Compatible Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, rear
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, rear
• Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, rear
• Fits 2005-2008 Jaguar X-Type, rear
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, rear
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, rear
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, rear

What This Brake Pad Set Helps Address

• Rear brake pad wear
• Squealing or noise from worn pads
• Reduced braking response from thin friction material
• Uneven rear brake service intervals
• Replacement needs during routine brake maintenance

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle fitment against the vehicle listing before installation. Confirm the application by year, make, model, and position, especially when servicing a Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, or Jaguar X-Type. Part number 2551-1071-00 should be matched to the rear brake position shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads are positioned as OE-style replacement brake pads for the listed applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.