Ford Transit Custom Mk8 Brake Caliper Housing Rear Left N/S GK21-2553-BA

Ford Transit Custom Mk8 Brake Caliper Housing Rear Left N/S is an original caliper housing designed for the rear axle on the driver's side. As part of the Brake calipers and housings category, this component ensures proper brake pad guidance and stable mounting of the braking mechanism, which translates into predictable and safe system operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2023306
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2023306
• Substitutable numbers: 2023306, GK21-2553-BA, GK212553BA
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Brake Caliper
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and fitment

The presented caliper housing has been designed specifically for the rear left axle of the Ford Transit Custom Mk8. Proper placement on the vehicle allows for maintaining the factory geometry of the braking system, which is crucial for even distribution of braking forces and vehicle stability during intensive use.

Its original Ford origin ensures that the correct mounting tolerances are maintained, allowing the component to work correctly with the factory hub, disc, and brake pads without the need for modifications or adjustments.

Technical and functional characteristics

The caliper housing is responsible for the precise guidance of the brake pads and the stable seating of the moving part of the caliper on the rear axle. A correctly selected and installed component:

• maintains the correct position of the pads relative to the disc,
• ensures even pressure during braking,
• minimizes the risk of uneven pad wear,
• reduces vibration and noise in the braking zone.

Thanks to a design consistent with the original Ford factory specifications, the housing works with standard guide pins, mounting bolts, and other system components, which facilitates maintenance and future inspections.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used part

The item comes from the original Ford production line and is offered as a used part. This type of component, sourced from dismantling, allows for significantly lower repair costs while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications. In practice, this means a beneficial combination of OEM quality and an attractive price, which is particularly important for comprehensive rear brake system repairs.

If you want to better understand how to safely select original recycled parts and optimize your repair budget, it is worth reading our guide: Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts. The article explains what to look for when choosing used calipers and housings to maintain a high level of safety.

The importance of a correct caliper housing in the braking system

A correctly selected rear left caliper housing for the Ford Transit Custom Mk8 has a direct impact on:

• vehicle stability during emergency braking,
• even wear of pads and discs,
• maintaining the correct operation of the handbrake mechanism (if it integrates with this caliper),
• reducing the risk of overheating of friction elements.

Replacing a worn or damaged housing with an original Ford component allows you to restore the factory operating parameters of the system, which is particularly important in commercial vehicles such as the Transit Custom, which are often operated under heavy loads.

Expanding your brake system upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional housings, complete calipers, or guide brackets, check out the available parts in the Ford Brake calipers and housings category.