NHTSA recall 15E045000

Suspension · Ford Motor Company

June 3, 2015report date

576units affected

Equipment recalltype

Details

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2001 Ford Escape, 2002 Ford Escape, 2003 Ford Escape, 2004 Ford Escape, 2005 Ford Escape, 2006 Ford Escape, 2007 Ford Escape, 2008 Ford Escape, 2009 Ford Escape, 2010 Ford Escape, 2011 Ford Escape, 2012 Ford Escape, 2001 Mazda Tribute, 2002 Mazda Tribute, 2003 Mazda Tribute, 2004 Mazda Tribute, 2005 Mazda Tribute, 2006 Mazda Tribute, 2007 Mazda Tribute, 2008 Mazda Tribute, 2009 Mazda Tribute, 2010 Mazda Tribute, 2011 Mazda Tribute Hybrid, 2005 Mercury Mariner, 2006 Mercury Mariner, 2007 Mercury Mariner, 2008 Mercury Mariner, 2009 Mercury Mariner, 2010 Mercury Mariner, 2011 Mercury Mariner, year not stated Timken Wheel Hub Bearing.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 15E045000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.