Vehicle Fitment

  • 2003–2010 Subaru Legacy IV (Sedan/Estate, 3.0L H6)
  • 2009–2014 Subaru Legacy IV GT (2.5L Turbo H4)
  • 2005–2014 Subaru Tribeca B9 (3.0L/3.6L H6)
  • 2008–2024 Subaru Forester SH/SJ (2.0L H4; 2.0L Turbo; 2.0L Diesel)
  • 2015–2024 Subaru Levorg VM (1.6L/2.0L Turbo H4)
  • 2009–2024 Subaru Outback BR/BS (2.0L/2.5L/3.6L H4/H6; 2.0L Diesel)

Features

  • Bluestuff NDX high‑friction compound (~0.52 μ) for trackday and performance street use
  • Pre‑scorched surface eliminates extensive bedding‑in
  • Deep V‑grooves improve cooling, dust/debris removal
  • Chemical interlayer bonding resists pad‑to‑plate separation
  • Copper‑free formulation—compliant with emerging environmental regs
  • Rotor‑friendly aramid fiber mix minimizes wear and scoring
  • Progressive cold bite with stable friction up to ~900 °C
  • R90/ECE homologated for road legality in most markets (non‑EU track use)
  • Significantly longer life than Yellowstuff—durable for spirited use

Specifications

  • Axle Position: Front; FMSI D1078
  • Pad Dimensions: 157 × 64 × 18 mm; weight ~1.05 kg
  • Coefficient of Friction: ~0.52 (150–900 °C)
  • Material: Aramid fiber, asbestos‑ and copper‑free
  • Backing Plate: High‑strength steel with chemical interlayer
  • Emissions Certification: ECE R90 (road‑legal, excludes EU track‑only)
  • Set Quantity: 4 pads per axle
  • Warranty: 12 mo manufacturer (excludes race use)

Included Components

  • 1x set of 4 front brake pads (complete axle coverage)

Product Description

The EBC Bluestuff NDX DP51583NDX front brake pads bring premium braking performance to a wide range of Subaru models—from Forester and Outback to Legacy, Levorg, and Tribeca. With a potent aramid-based compound delivering a ~0.52 μ coefficient of friction, these pads offer precise, cold-bite braking and excellent modulation suitable for track days and spirited street driving.

Factory heat-scored and bonded via chemical interlayer, they require minimal bedding-in and resist separation under extreme heat. Deep V-grooves aid in dust evacuation and thermal control. Copper-free and ECE R90 certified, DP51583NDX stays street-legal in most regions, while providing significantly longer lifespan than the Yellowstuff variant. Ideal for enthusiasts upgrading from OEM pads to support aggressive driving without sacrificing road compliance.



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