Rear Brake Pads for Volkswagen and Audi Fitment

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-1779-00, are rear disc brake pads built for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications. This disc brake pad set is listed for 2015-2022 Volkswagen and Audi rear brake fitments, including popular Golf, Passat, GTI, and Q3 models.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake pad set for targeted OE-style replacement
• R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
• Fits select Volkswagen Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf SportWagen, GTI, and Passat applications
• Fits select Audi Q3 and Q3 Quattro rear applications
• Part number 2551-1779-00 for accurate ordering and lookup

Detailed Fitment and Application

R1 Concepts 2551-1779-00 is a rear brake pad set for drivers searching for a direct-fit rear brake pad replacement for Volkswagen Golf rear brake pads, Volkswagen Passat rear brake pads, and Audi Q3 rear brake pads. The R1 Optimum OE Pads line is positioned as an OE-style pad option for everyday braking service on the listed vehicles.

• Fits 2016-2022 Volkswagen Passat, rear (USA/CANADA); R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf, rear; R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, rear; R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, rear; R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2016-2018 Audi Q3, rear (USA/CANADA); R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2016-2018 Audi Q3 Quattro, rear; R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2015-2018 Volkswagen GTI, rear; 312mm Front Disc; R1 Optimum OE Pads
• Fits 2015 Volkswagen Passat, rear; From 7/14; R1 Optimum OE Pads

This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear brake pad wear
• Squealing or noisy rear brakes
• Reduced braking response from worn friction material
• Uneven rear brake performance
• Service replacement for OE-style rear pad applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear axle fitment against the vehicle listing before ordering. For the 2015 Volkswagen Passat, the fitment note specifies vehicles built from 7/14. For the 2015-2018 Volkswagen GTI, the fitment note specifies 312mm front disc applications. Always verify pad shape and brake system configuration against the vehicle’s brake setup.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts markets the R1 Optimum OE Pads line as an OE-style brake pad solution for the listed Volkswagen and Audi rear applications. Part number 2551-1779-00 is cataloged for direct fitment lookup and application matching.