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2015 Ford Explorer Recall — WHEELS:HUB (17E048000)

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

Year2015
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
ComponentWHEELS:HUB
Campaign number17E048000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
SummaryFord 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.
ConsequenceA loss of the wheel or wheel end can increase the risk of a crash.
RemedyFord 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.
Report received28/08/2017
SourceNHTSA

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