Rear Wheel Bearings Replaced

[Darren]

There was a humming sound from rear of Ex over speeds of 40 mph. Ford Service replaced both rear wheel bearings under warranty. I am concerned about the reliability.

 

[peterk9]

There was a humming sound from rear of Ex over speeds of 40 mph. Ford Service replaced both rear wheel bearings under warranty. I am concerned about the reliability.

If you are concerned about the reliability of the bearings, I don't think it is something to be too concerned about. I think I recall reading only one other post where bearings were replaced.

Peter

 

[Bill #5 Explorer]

My Explorer is going in on 1/7/14 for a passanger side rear wheel bearing repair. This is after 98,000 miles. This will be my very first non warranty, non scheduled repair. No big deal. But, the noise/howl has become very annoying. I first thought it was just the tires getting noisy with age/mileage.

 

[1995E]

What does the howl sound like? I want to report it before the warranty is done.

 

[Darren]

The sound was similar to the sound when engaging 4-wheel drive on my late 90's Jimmy and Z-71.

 

[Bill #5 Explorer]

What does the howl sound like? I want to report it before the warranty is done.

Excessive road noise. The new Explorer is pretty damn quiet. So, the failed bearing noise is pretty obvious. Could only be confused with noisy tires in my estimation.

 

[Darren]

Excessive road noise. The new Explorer is pretty damn quiet. So, the failed bearing noise is pretty obvious. Could only be confused with noisy tires in my estimation.

I agree. the noise was like excessive road tire noise.