Volkswagen Jetta Disc Brake Caliper Kit in US

When a caliper on the Volkswagen Jetta seizes, leaks, or drags, the damage does not stop at the caliper. A partially seized caliper on your Jetta keeps the brake pad in continuous contact with the rotor, wearing the pad unevenly and scoring the rotor surface. By the time the caliper on the Volkswagen Jetta is identified as the fault, the pads are typically worn asymmetrically and the rotor is damaged. A caliper kit from GeoBrakes addresses every compromised component on your Volkswagen Jetta together.

What Is Included in the Volkswagen Jetta Disc Brake Caliper Kit

The kit for your Volkswagen Jetta includes the disc brake caliper at the correct left or right hand specification for the Jetta, either new OEM-spec or quality remanufactured to the Volkswagen Jetta piston dimension and hydraulic pressure rating, brake pads in ceramic or semi-metallic formulation matched to the Jetta caliper and rotor specification, caliper hardware with slide pins, pin boots, and anti-rattle clips for correct caliper float on the Volkswagen Jetta, brake lubricant for correct pin and shim installation on your Jetta, and copper washers or banjo bolt seals for the brake hose connection where required by the Volkswagen Jetta application.

When a Caliper Kit Is the Correct Service Choice for the Volkswagen Jetta

A caliper kit is the right call for the Volkswagen Jetta in three specific situations. After a seized or dragging caliper, because the pads and often the rotor on your Jetta are already compromised. During a high-mileage Jetta overhaul at 150,000 kilometres or more, because caliper piston seals and guide pin boots on the Volkswagen Jetta are typically at or beyond their service life. After a brake fluid leak at the caliper, because fluid contamination of the Jetta brake pad renders the friction material permanently ineffective on your Volkswagen Jetta.

New vs. Remanufactured Caliper for the Volkswagen Jetta

New OEM-specification calipers for the Volkswagen Jetta are manufactured from fresh materials with no prior service history, the strongest choice for Jetta vehicles in high-corrosion environments. Remanufactured calipers use original Volkswagen Jetta housings rebuilt with new pistons, seals, and boots, performing identically to new units at a lower price point for most Jetta replacement applications.

Signs the Caliper Kit on Your Volkswagen Jetta Is Due

• Volkswagen Jetta pulling to one side during braking, one caliper applying more force than the other
• One brake pad on your Jetta worn significantly more than its pair on the same axle
• Brake drag on the Volkswagen Jetta with a wheel that runs hot after normal driving
• Soft or sinking Jetta brake pedal caused by a caliper piston seal leak
• Brake fluid visible around the Volkswagen Jetta caliper piston boot
• Persistent metallic dragging noise from one Jetta corner not explained by worn pads

Why GeoBrakes for the Volkswagen Jetta Caliper Kit

Calipers for the Volkswagen Jetta are the most position-specific brake component in the catalogue. Left and right calipers for the Jetta are not interchangeable. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct caliper kit for the Volkswagen Jetta exact year, axle position, and left or right side before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions - Volkswagen Jetta Disc Brake Caliper Kits

Should I replace both calipers on my Volkswagen Jetta at the same time?

It is strongly recommended. If one caliper on the Volkswagen Jetta has seized or leaked, the caliper on the opposite side has experienced the same conditions and age on your Jetta. Replacing both restores balanced, even braking and eliminates the risk of the second Jetta caliper failing shortly after the first is replaced.

Do I need to bleed the brakes on my Volkswagen Jetta after installing a caliper kit?

Yes. Opening the hydraulic circuit on the Volkswagen Jetta to install the new caliper allows air to enter. After installation, the brake circuit on the Jetta must be bled at the caliper bleeder screw to purge all air and restore a firm, consistent brake pedal on your Volkswagen Jetta.

What is the difference between a new and remanufactured caliper in the Volkswagen Jetta kit?

A new caliper for the Volkswagen Jetta has no prior service history and is the stronger choice for high-corrosion environments. A remanufactured caliper uses an original Jetta housing rebuilt with new pistons, seals, and boots, performing identically to new at a lower price point for most Volkswagen Jetta applications.