Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

17E053000

ManufacturerBearing Technologies LtdReported2017-09-27Affected4,284 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Bearing Technologies Ltd (Bearing) is recalling certain Duralast Wheel Spindles, part number DL930676K, sold as a service part for the front wheel hub spindle of 2007-2010 Ford Edge vehicles. The affected wheel spindles have wheel mounting studs with an oversized shoulder that can prevent the wheel from being installed correctly.

Risk

If the wheel is installed incorrectly, the wheel may vibrate or wobble, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Bearing will notify the distributors of the spindles. If the studs on a defective spindle are not loose, Bearing will replace the studs at no charge. If the studs on a defective spindle are loose, Bearing will replace the spindle assembly at no charge. Bearing will also pay shop labor for the remedy. The recall began on October 16, 2017. Owners may contact Bearing Technologies customer service at 1-800-597-3486 or visit www.recall17E053.com.

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Affected vehicles

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