2009 Ford Escape Recuerda
NHTSA ID DE CAMPAÑA: 15E045000
RECUERDA LA FECHA: 2015-06-03
RESUMEN
The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. 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.
CONSECUENCIAS
Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDIO
Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
COMPONENTE AFECTADO
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NOTAS
Ford Motor Company
