Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Manufacturer
Timken Company
What Happened
The wheel bearing in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your front wheels turn smoothly and safely. The one being recalled has the wrong size, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're driving with the wrong-sized wheel bearing, it could affect your vehicle's braking and steering. This could make it harder to control your car, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will swap out the faulty wheel bearing with a correctly sized one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should get in touch with your dealer or Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536 to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
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