Bosch BE1723H Blue Ceramic Front Disc Brake Pad Set with Hardware for Select Acura and Honda Models Review

The Bosch BE1723H is a front brake pad set from the Bosch Blue line, made with a ceramic friction material formulated for specific vehicle platforms. The listing says it fits select Acura MDX, Honda Pilot and Honda Ridgeline vehicles, and notes that trim level and engine can affect fitment.

The listing says the friction material is platform specific and designed for optimal stopping power, reduced brake fade and long-lasting performance. As with all brake claims, those are the maker's statements rather than independent test results.

The set covers 1 axle, or 2 wheels, and includes a hardware kit and synthetic lubricant for the sliding contact points. The pads arrive wrapped in a blue shop towel, which the listing says is for protection and use during service.

Brakes are a safety system. Check fitment carefully with the fit checker and have the work done by a qualified mechanic.

The pads have an original-equipment style multi-layer shim on the back, which the listing says gives noise dampening for smooth, quiet stops. Shims reduce vibration between pad and caliper, which is the usual source of squeal.

The steel backing plates have a rust-inhibiting coating. The listing says it prevents rust and corrosion that can lead to pad degradation and noisy braking, a practical benefit in wet or salted climates.

The friction material has slots and chamfers that replicate OE designs. The listing says these deliver superb braking performance and quiet, efficient stops, and they also help clear dust and gases.

The listed package dimensions are about 10.75 by 6.5 by 3.5 inches, with a weight of about 4.22 pounds. The hardware kit and lubricant are included.

The listing positions these pads for smooth, quiet stops with low brake fade. Ceramic pads are generally known for low noise and low dust, and the platform-specific formulation is meant to match each vehicle's braking needs.

Quietness is helped by the shim, the chamfers and the lubricant provided for the contact points. Applying the lubricant correctly on sliding surfaces is a key step that is often missed in pad replacement.

Fitment is critical. The listing lists specific model ranges and says trim and engine can affect fitment, so verify with the vehicle's fit checker or a parts specialist, and replace pads on both wheels of the axle together.

Brake work affects safety. Have the pads, rotors and hardware checked and installed by a qualified technician, and follow the vehicle manufacturer's bedding-in procedure.

The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for passenger cars, vans and light trucks, and excludes towing, racing, fleet and commercial use, as well as misuse and improper installation.