PowerStop Z17 Ceramic Rear Brake Pads — Tesla Model 3 / Y

What it is

Direct OEM-replacement ceramic rear pads with hardware kit — Tesla 3/Y first replacement at ~50k miles.

Vehicle Fitment

This exterior accessory is verified to fit:

• Tesla Model Y 2020-2024
• Tesla Model 3 2017-2023

Always confirm your specific year/trim before purchase — EV body styles change subtly between model years and even mid-year refreshes (e.g. Model 3 Highland, Model Y Juniper) can shift fitment.

Specifications

Why this one

Selection rationale comes from a specific discovery source — not editorial speculation.

Discovery source: Tesla Motors Club (accessories recommendations megathread) — Accessories recommendations

Tesla 3/Y owners replacing OEM brake pads at the ~50k mile mark consistently cite PowerStop Z17 (low-dust ceramic) for street use vs Z23 carbon-fiber for spirited driving — both available pre-cut for Tesla Y/3 with hardware kit.

Front pad equivalent: B0B5KM22YK ($70.99). Bendix Premium SBC2283 (B0CXY7B4L7 $45.01) is alternative.

What to watch out for

• Year-specific fitment: EV interiors get refreshed mid-generation. Buying based on "fits 2020-2024" without checking your VIN's specific build is the #1 return reason on Amazon.
• OEM vs aftermarket trade-off: OEM parts (Tesla Shop, Rivian Gear, Ford Accessories) almost always have better fitment but cost 2-3× more. We typically link the best aftermarket pick on Amazon and note when OEM is materially better.