The Build: Vehicle & Parts
| Item | Spec |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Tesla Model Y |
| Upgrade scope | Front-axle carbon ceramic rotor swap |
| Front rotor | STOPFLEX C/SiC carbon ceramic, 380 x 32 mm |
| Required front caliper | Factory fixed 4-piston Brembo front caliper |
| Pads | STOPFLEX low-dust ceramic compound |
| Front-axle weight saved | About 12 kg / 26 lb |
| Wheel fitment | Clears the factory 19-inch Gemini wheel |
Read this before you order
This is a rotor-only front upgrade built around the factory fixed 4-piston Brembo front caliper. If your Model Y runs the standard floating front calipers, this is not a direct swap for your car — confirm your caliper type first.
Why CCB on a Model Y
| STOPFLEX feature | Why it matters on a Model Y | What you notice |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon ceramic rotor that doesn't rust | Regen does most of the slowing, so the friction brakes sit unused and iron rotors surface-rust between drives | No rust ring after rain, and no scraping on the first stop out of the driveway |
| About half the weight of a same-size steel rotor | Rotor weight is unsprung and rotating mass on a heavy EV that's quick off the line | Roughly 12 kg off the front axle; suspension settles faster over rough pavement |
| Low-dust ceramic pad pairing | Tesla owners want a clean look behind open Gemini-style spokes | Wheels stay far cleaner between washes |
| Wide heat-fade tolerance | When you do lean on the friction brakes — long grade, spirited drive — a 2-ton EV dumps real heat into the rotor | Consistent pedal when the brakes finally get worked |
| Street-tuned, not race-only carbon | This is a daily driver in all weather, not a track car | Normal cold bite; no warm-up lap needed |
What gets better
- No rust-related rotor corrosion, even after wet weather
- About 12 kg less unsprung weight up front
- Very low brake dust with STOPFLEX pads
- Stronger fade resistance than factory iron under heat
- Long street life on a regen-heavy car that rarely uses the friction brakes
What to confirm first
- Front caliper type — this needs the fixed 4-piston Brembo, not the floating caliper
- Rotor spec match: 380 x 32 mm, plus hat offset and bolt circle
- Wheel clearance if you don't run the factory 19-inch Gemini
- This is a front-axle rotor swap, not a full big-brake conversion
If you're not sure your car has the right front calipers, send us your VIN and wheel setup and we'll confirm Tesla Model Y fitment before you order through our Tesla CCB collection.
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Model Y CCB FAQ
Do these rotors fit behind the factory 19-inch Gemini wheels?
Yes. The 380mm front carbon ceramic setup shown here is built to clear the factory 19-inch Gemini wheels, so you keep the original wheel and just upgrade the front braking hardware.
Does carbon ceramic work in cold and wet weather on a daily Model Y?
Yes. This is a street carbon ceramic system, not a race-only carbon brake that needs heat to bite. First-stop braking stays normal in the cold, and the rotors do not rust after rain.
Will this fit my Model Y Long Range?
Only if your car has the factory fixed 4-piston Brembo front calipers. If your Model Y runs the standard floating front calipers, this rotor-only swap is not the right setup for it.
What do I actually gain over the factory iron rotors?
Lower front-axle weight, no rust-related corrosion, very low brake dust with STOPFLEX pads, and stronger fade resistance under heat than typical steel rotors.
Does a brake upgrade void my Tesla warranty?
A brake upgrade does not automatically void the whole vehicle warranty. Warranty treatment depends on the parts replaced, local law, and how Tesla or the dealer evaluates any related claim.
