i think the standard "line" is " will need new brakes in 3-4k miles." and they take whoever falls for the bs. women fall for car repair bs more often and thus get screwed more often. u gotta look at the stuff yourself!!
i dont trust ANY professional auto repair shops.

years ago the probe i bought had $4000 in repairs to the steering b4 i got it. then i found a steering module for $35 at a junk yard,did the fix!! the pro took a stab at it!!

 

Brake life can vary as much as peoples gas mileage.
Allot is determined by how you drive.

 

I think the H3 is another one of those vehicles where factory brake parts are the best way to go.