Built to take a beating. The Wagner SevereDuty SX52 Disc Brake Pad Set is engineered and tested for fleets, police-pursuit duty, and vehicles driven hard — frequent stops, equipment hauling, and heavy loads. It installs as a direct-fit replacement across a wide range of GM vehicles, including the 1969-1981 Chevrolet Camaro, 1968-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, 1970-1990 Buick LeSabre, and 1968-1984 Cadillac DeVille, with 191 applications in all — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list. It is cataloged for both front and rear disc brake positions, depending on the vehicle.
- Semi-metallic, long-life friction: A carbon-based semi-metallic friction material engineered in-house to deliver durable braking performance for the toughest applications.
- Zero-copper OE25 formulation: Features Wagner's OE25 zero-copper friction formulation.
- OE-style build: Includes OE-style shims and a mechanical pad wear sensor.
- Validated performance: Put through OE-style on-vehicle testing for braking under extreme heat, frequent stopping, and heavy loads.
Abutment clips are not included, and premium stainless-steel hardware is supplied only on select applications — consult the vehicle service information for the correct hardware. For even, balanced braking, it's best practice to replace the pads on both wheels of an axle together as a matched set. Country of origin: United States. Manufacturer part number SX52 · FMSI 728A-D52.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the SX52 fit?
It fits a broad range of 1967-2002 GM cars, trucks, and vans, including the Chevrolet Camaro, Caprice, Buick LeSabre, and Cadillac DeVille. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of 191 applications.
Is this a front or rear brake pad set?
It is cataloged for both front and rear disc brake applications, depending on the specific vehicle.
What friction material is used?
It uses a carbon-based semi-metallic friction material with Wagner's OE25 zero-copper formulation, engineered in-house for long-lasting braking in demanding conditions.
Does it include a wear sensor and hardware?
It includes a mechanical pad wear sensor and OE-style shims. Abutment clips are not included, and premium stainless-steel hardware is supplied only on select applications.
Are these pads suitable for fleet or heavy-duty use?
Yes. The SevereDuty line is designed and tested for fleets, police-pursuit use, heavy loads, and frequent stopping, making it well suited to demanding driving conditions.
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