Ford Component Sales Wheel Hub Bearing — Wheels: hub
Published August 29, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 28, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17E048000, published August 29, 2017 and initiated August 28, 2017. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; Ford Component Sales Wheel Hub Bearing — Wheels: hub.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 vehicles. These bearings assemblies were manufactured without a self retention feature, possibly resulting in the separation of the wheel or wheel end.
What to do
Ford will notify the distributors of the hubs specifying that they are to only be used on drive axles. It is believed that none of the hubs were purchased from Ford dealers for the incorrect application. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD COMPONENT SALES
- Model
- WHEEL HUB BEARING
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- FORD COMPONENT SALES WHEEL HUB BEARING | 2011 FORD EXPLORER | 2012 FORD EXPLORER | 2013 FORD EXPLORER | 2014 FORD EXPLORER | 2015 FORD EXPLORER | 2016 FORD EXPLORER | 2017 FORD EXPLORER
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Ford Component Sales Wheel Hub Bearing — Wheels: hub recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17E048000 on August 29, 2017. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 vehicles. These bearings assemblies were manufactured without a self retention feature, possibly resulting in the separation of the wheel or wheel end.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify the distributors of the hubs specifying that they are to only be used on drive axles. It is believed that none of the hubs were purchased from Ford dealers for the incorrect application. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD COMPONENT SALES. Model: WHEEL HUB BEARING.