Timken Timken Wheel-Pac Repair Kit recall: A possible interference condition may present itself on installation of the bearing and cause spindle failure
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Design error leading to improper mounting of bearing inner ring and damage to wheel spindle.
- What to do
- Contact a Timken dealer to book the free repair. Replace bearing kits with corrected design.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Design error leading to improper mounting of bearing inner ring and damage to wheel spindle.
The fix
Replace bearing kits with corrected design.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timken Wheel-Pac Repair Kit | 1 Oct 2017 | 28 Feb 2019 | 546 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 22 February 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.