FORD COMPONENT SALES FORD COMPONENT SALES WHEEL HUB BEARING Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
FORD COMPONENT SALES WHEEL HUB BEARING
Brand
FORD COMPONENT SALES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain FORD COMPONENT SALES WHEEL HUB BEARING equipment due to wheels:hub issues. A loss of the wheel or wheel end can increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loss of the wheel or wheel end can increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026