Timken Company: Safety Recalls in 2015

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Timken Company in 2015. See the detail of the recall below.

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June 3, 2015

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Front Wheel Bearing has Wrong Dimensions

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.

NHTSA ID: 15E045000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 576

Consequence Summary:

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

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 58.24

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