[BrandoFisher117]

I'm actually running into an issue with the rear disc brakes on the right side only. When I went for my oil change before Lordstown this year, I started hearing a scraping-like sound coming from the rear when stopping. After looking, I noticed that one of my rotors had looked like it had been scraped. After getting the oil change, I received the report from the dealership and they had documented that my rear right brake pad was at 3mm but all others were good. I had inquired about it, and they stated something about driving with the parking brake on (which I NEVER use). They also stated that there was some crystallization on the brake pad and the only thing that would get it that hot was to actually drive with the brake engaged. Now, I am under the impression that the parking brake engages both the left and right rear brakes, not just the right.

To summarize, the dealership is telling me that I need to get a new caliper, pad, and rotor for the right rear. But they also state the caliper seems to be working fine. Thoughts?

 

[BrandoFisher117]

Do it yourself - easy & way cheaper.



If the last time they were off they were not put on on exactly right or the noise clips were not seated properly, that may have exacerbated the issue. About every three or four brake jobs I do end up with a bit of uneven wear on one side. I think usually when I'm in a hurry as it is either freezing, raining or right before work some one says - my brakes are making funny noises...

I'd love to do it myself. Unfortunately, time is a factor and I don't have much (if any free time) at all. I am currently in the process of purchasing my first house as well.

A bit of wear is fine, but with the rear left side being 7mm+ and the rear right being >3mm, something just doesn't seem right. Along with the fact that my rotor shows what appears to be metal-on-metal.