Don't Undo Your RSD Brakes By Choosing the Wrong Friction

Stopping Distance Performance of Top Selling FMVSS 121 Dyno-Approved Friction vs. Bendix® RSD Friction. Click to expand.

One of your top priorities as a fleet or owner-operator is maintaining the safe operation of your vehicles. If you have vehicles equipped with RSD (Reduced Stopping Distance) brakes, selecting the proper replacement friction is more critical than ever. Typical aftermarket friction will not meet RSD requirements.

To help you understand what’s at stake in vehicle maintenance decisions, check out this important information:

• Frequently Asked Questions about RSD

• Bendix® RSD Certified Friction Offerings

• Bendix Insight on RSD and Friction - Press Releases & Additional Resources

What's the right friction for your application?

RSD Brakes Need RSD Friction

Make sure you're getting RSD Certified Friction.

Expert Technical Support

The Bendix Tech Team is ready to answer your questions.

What is RSD?

NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Association) mandated a 30% reduction in stopping distance for over the road heavy trucks and various specialty tractor applications, which went into full effect in August 2013.

How do I know if my vehicles have RSD brakes?

All over-the-road heavy trucks built after August 2011 are equipped with RSD brakes.

Do I need a special friction for these brakes?

For RSD brakes to perform as designed--and keep you in compliance with the RSD Mandate--you must reline with RSD Certified Friction.

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Stopping Distance Performance of Top Selling FMVSS 121 Dyno-Approved Friction vs. Bendix® RSD Friction. Click to expand.