EBC DP32178C Redstuff Front Brake Pads for 14-20 S-Class/Maybach/E53/CLS53

Vehicle Fitment

• 2014-2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222 sedan; Front; FMSI D1688):
  -S550 4.7L V8 TT (RWD/4Matic),
  -S550e 3.0L V6 hybrid (RWD),
  -S450 3.0L V6 TT (RWD/4Matic),
  -S560 4.0L V8 TT (RWD/4Matic)
• 2017-2020 Mercedes-Maybach S560 4.0L V8 TT (4Matic; Front; FMSI D1688)
• 2018-2020 Mercedes-Maybach S650 6.0L V12 TT (RWD; Front; FMSI D1688)
• 2013-2018 Mercedes-Benz SL550 (R231; Front; FMSI D1688; with Sport Package)
• 2019-2023 Mercedes-AMG E53 (W213; 3.0L I6 Turbo MHEV; 4Matic; Front; FMSI D1688)
• 2019-2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS53 (C257; 3.0L I6 Turbo MHEV; 4Matic; Front; FMSI D1688)

Fitment Notes

• Front axle only; FMSI pad shape D1688. Check caliper type (Brembo vs. non-AMG) and rotor size.
• Not for AMG Carbon-Ceramic or AMG S63/S65 brake packages.
• Some SL550 applications require Sport Package (R231) per catalog notes.
• Latest verified applications extend through model year 2023 (E53). 2024-2025 unconfirmed.

Features

• Low-dust Redstuff ceramic compound (typically 50-90% less dust vs OE) for prestige/performance cars.
• Strong cold bite with improved fade resistance for repeated heavy street braking.
• ECE R90 approved where applicable for road use.
• Nucap NRS™ mechanical backplate hooks to combat pad/debonding.
• Rotor-friendly formulation and EBC "Brake-In" surface coating to speed bedding.

Specifications

• Position: Front
• FMSI: D1688
• Pad Dimensions (Pad A): 131.7 x 97.5 x 17.8 mm
• Compound: Aramid-fiber ceramic (Redstuff); nominal µ ≈ 0.5
• Approvals: ECE R90 (most applications)

Included Components

• 4x front brake pads (left & right wheels)
• Bed-in instructions/warranty information

Product Description

EBC Redstuff DP32178C is a premium low-dust front brake pad set for select Mercedes-Benz luxury and AMG models using the D1688 front caliper. Tuned for fast-street use, Redstuff delivers a firm, progressive pedal with markedly reduced dust output and rotor-friendly wear. The compound carries ECE R90 approval (where applicable) and uses NRS™ mechanical retention to ensure long-term integrity under heat cycles.

Applications span W222 S-Class (S450/S550/S560/S550e), Maybach S-Class (S560/S650), R231 SL550 (with Sport Package), and 4Matic AMG E53/CLS53. Always confirm caliper type, rotor size, and package options (e.g., carbon-ceramic) before purchase.