The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17E048000·Announced 2017-08-28

Ford Recalls Wheel Hub Bearings for 2011-2017 Explorer 4X2 Vehicles

Ford is recalling certain wheel hub bearing assemblies for 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 vehicles because they lack a self-retention feature, which could cause the wheel to separate.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the wheel or wheel end can separate, which the source text states can increase the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, that were incorrectly listed for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 vehicles. These specific bearing assemblies were manufactured without a self-retention feature.

The defect may result in the separation of the wheel or wheel end. A loss of the wheel or wheel end can increase the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify distributors to specify that these hubs are to be used only on drive axles. The company believes that none of these hubs were purchased from Ford dealers for the incorrect application. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD EXPLORER
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Wheel / Axle
Hazard
Affected units
630

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • EXPLORER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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