SKF Wheel Bearing Kit VKBA 6781 for BMW 1 to 4 Series Vehicles
AustraliaSKF Wheel Bearing Kit VKBA 6781 for BMW 1 to 4 Series Vehicles
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The thread pitch of the screws does not fully match the thread pitch of the bearing. Therefore, the wheel bearing may not be properly secured to the vehicle.
Product Description & Identification
Reason / Defects: The thread pitch of the screws does not fully match the thread pitch of the bearing. Therefore, the wheel bearing may not be properly secured to the vehicle. Hazards: In the case of a high impact shock on the wheel, for example in an accident, the wheel could partly or fully detach from the body of the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle occupant or bystanders. What to do: Consumers should contact the place of purchase for a replacement kit, to be installed free of charge. For further information, consumers should contact the place of purchase, or SKF via https://www.skf.com/au/support/contact
Affected Products
A wheel bearing kit supplied as an aftermarket product suitable for installation on BMW 1 to 4 Series vehicles. The kit comprises a wheel bearing and four screws used to mount the wheel to the vehicle. Only the following kits are affected: Kits manufactured from April 2020 to December 2020, with date codes 91S, 92S, 93S, 171S, 172S, 174S, 175S, 199S, 200S, 202S, 212S, 213S, 267S, 280S, 281S, 282S, 297S or 343S
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Guid › #text | 6a17f0df-b19a-4393-8066-218f618c6bf5 |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | false |
| Link | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/skf-wheel-bearing-kit-vkba-6781-for-bmw-1-to-4-series-vehicles |
| Pub Date | Sun, 14 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 |
| Extracted image | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/SKF%20Wheel%20Bearing%20Kit%20VKBA%206781.jpg?itok=OYa7sOnD |
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