Power Stop 17-18 Honda CR-V Rear Z23 Evolution Sport Brake Kit

Drilled and Slotted Rear Brake Performance for the 2017-2025 Honda CR-V

The PowerStop K7528 is a Z23 Evolution Sport rear brake kit engineered for the 2017-2025 Honda CR-V. The K7528 pairs PowerStop's drilled and slotted cross-drilled rotors with Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic brake pads in a single rear brake kit. This kit upgrades the rear braking system beyond OE specification, reducing heat buildup during sustained braking and delivering improved pedal feel and stopping confidence for everyday street driving and spirited use.

What Z23 Evolution Sport Braking Delivers for the CR-V

The CR-V platform benefits from the K7528's drilled and slotted rotor design, which vents heat and gases from the braking surface during sustained stops. The cross-drilled holes reduce rotor operating temperature while the slots sweep debris and gas from the pad-to-rotor contact zone, maintaining consistent friction throughout each stop. PowerStop machines Z23 rotors with a proprietary coating that prevents the surface rust common on uncoated aftermarket rotors. The Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic pads included in the K7528 are engineered to work with the drilled and slotted surface, providing low dust, low noise stopping power that outperforms factory pads in both comfort and fade resistance.

Key Features

• Complete rear brake kit with Z23 drilled and slotted rotors and Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic brake pads
• Fits 2017-2025 Honda CR-V all trims rear axle
• Drilled holes reduce rotor operating temperature during sustained braking
• Slots sweep gas and debris from the braking surface for consistent pad-to-rotor contact
• Proprietary rotor coating prevents surface rust and maintains appearance between brake applications
• Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic pads deliver low dust, low noise performance with strong fade resistance
• All installation hardware included for a complete rear brake service
• Part number K7528 engineered specifically for the 2017-2025 Honda CR-V rear brake platform

Fitment

Specifications

What's Included

• 2x PowerStop Z23 drilled and slotted rear brake rotors
• 1x set Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic rear brake pads
• Complete installation hardware kit

About PowerStop

PowerStop is a leading US brake manufacturer dedicated to making brake upgrades simple and affordable. The Z23 Evolution Sport line is designed for drivers who want noticeably better stopping performance than OE without the cost or complexity of a full racing brake system. Every K7528 kit is engineered to bolt directly onto the factory CR-V brake system with no modifications required.

Frequently Asked Questions

The K7528 fits the 2017-2025 Honda CR-V, all trims, rear axle. Confirm your model year before ordering.

Yes. The K7528 is a complete rear brake kit including two drilled and slotted rear rotors and a full set of Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic pads, plus all installation hardware.

OE replacement rotors are plain-faced and designed to match factory braking performance. Z23 rotors are drilled and slotted to actively reduce heat and gas buildup during braking. The result is reduced brake fade, improved pedal feel during sustained stops, and better performance under conditions that stress the OE system.

Yes. The K7528 is designed for street use and is fully street legal. The drilled and slotted design improves everyday braking feel and reduces the fade that can occur during long downhill descents or repeated hard stops in traffic.

Yes. Perform 8 to 10 moderate stops from 35 to 40 mph, allowing full cooling between each stop, before using the brakes aggressively. Proper bedding ensures even pad transfer and maximizes the performance of the drilled and slotted surface.

No. The K7528 is a direct bolt-on replacement for the 2017-2025 CR-V rear brake system. No modification to the caliper brackets, lines, or sensors is required.

Yes. PowerStop backs Z23 Evolution Sport brake kits with a limited warranty on materials and workmanship. Contact PowerStop or your point of purchase for warranty details.

Yes. Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic pads produce significantly less brake dust than semi-metallic pads and keep CR-V wheels noticeably cleaner in normal driving. They also run quieter and provide strong cold-temperature bite.

Installation Instructions

1. Safely raise the vehicle on jack stands and remove the rear wheels.
2. Remove the rear brake caliper by unbolting the caliper mounting bolts. Hang from a hook without stressing the brake line.
3. Remove the caliper bracket bolts and set the bracket aside.
4. Remove the old rear rotor from the hub, using a rubber mallet if needed.
5. Clean the hub face with a wire brush and brake cleaner before installing the new rotor.
6. Install the new K7528 drilled and slotted rear rotor onto the hub.
7. Reinstall the caliper bracket and torque to Honda factory specification.
8. Install the new Z23 ceramic pads into the caliper carrier. Apply brake lubricant to pad contact points only.
9. Compress the rear caliper piston. Note: CR-V rear pistons may require a wind-back tool rather than a simple C-clamp.
10. Reinstall the caliper over the new pads and torque to factory specification.
11. Reinstall the rear wheels and torque to factory specification.
12. Pump the brake pedal until firm and verify brake fluid level before driving.
13. Complete the full bedding procedure before aggressive braking.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.