Honda Element Disc Brake Caliper in US

The disc brake caliper on the Honda Element is the hydraulic clamp at the centre of your Element disc brake system. Every time you press the brake pedal on your Honda Element, brake fluid pressure forces the caliper pistons outward, squeezing the brake pads against the rotor and generating the friction that stops your vehicle. A seized, leaking, or sticking caliper on the Element interferes with that process at the source, causing uneven braking, accelerated pad and rotor wear, and pulling to one side that worsens over time.

Signs of a Failing Disc Brake Caliper on the Honda Element

• Honda Element pulls strongly to one side during braking, a seized caliper on one side applies more force
• Brake pedal on your Element feels soft or spongy and improves after pumping, caliper piston seal leaking
• One brake pad on your Honda Element axle wears significantly faster than its partner
• Brake drag on the Honda Element, vehicle feels like it is fighting resistance at normal road speed
• Visible brake fluid leaking from the Element caliper body or around the piston boot
• Grinding or scraping from one Honda Element wheel that persists after confirming pads are not worn

New OEM-Spec vs. Remanufactured Calipers for the Honda Element

New OEM-Specification Calipers for the Honda Element

New OEM-specification calipers for the Honda Element are brand-new units manufactured to the exact piston dimensions, seal specifications, and material tolerances of the original Element factory part. They offer the longest service life on your Honda Element and are the strongest choice for higher-mileage Element vehicles or those operated in high-corrosion environments.

Remanufactured Calipers for the Honda Element

Remanufactured calipers for the Honda Element are original caliper housings completely disassembled, cleaned, inspected, and rebuilt with new pistons, seals, boots, and hardware. Quality remanufactured units perform identically to new calipers for most Honda Element replacement applications and offer excellent value.

Why GeoBrakes for the Honda Element Disc Brake Caliper

GeoBrakes stocks both new and remanufactured calipers for the Honda Element to give you the right option for your Element and budget. As an authorized retailer of Cardone, EBC, Raybestos, and other trusted brands for the Honda Element, every caliper purchase carries the full manufacturer warranty. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct caliper for the Honda Element year, axle position, and correct left or right hand fitment before you place your order.

Frequently Asked Questions - Honda Element Disc Brake Caliper

Should I replace brake calipers on my Honda Element in pairs?

It is generally recommended to replace calipers as an axle pair on the Honda Element, both left and right on the same axle, to maintain balanced braking. If one Element caliper has failed, the caliper on the opposite side has experienced the same service conditions and is likely at a similar stage of wear.

How long do disc brake calipers last on a Honda Element in US?

Honda Element calipers typically last 100,000 to 150,000 kilometres, but American road salt and moisture accelerate corrosion of Element caliper guide pins, slide pins, and piston seal boots, often causing premature failure on the Honda Element well before that figure.

Can a sticking caliper on my Honda Element damage my brake pads and rotors?

Yes. A Element caliper that does not fully retract keeps the brake pad in partial contact with the rotor between stops, generating constant friction and heat on your Honda Element. This rapidly wears both the pad and rotor surface on your Element and generates enough heat buildup to damage adjacent components over time.