Wheel Bearings

Frequently Asked Questions



What is a wheel bearing on a car?

A wheel bearing is a set of steel balls or rollers housed inside a metal ring that allows your wheels to spin smoothly with minimal friction. In European vehicles, they are essential for stable and quiet wheel rotation.

What do wheel bearings do in a car?

Wheel bearings support the vehicle’s weight and allow the wheels to rotate freely. They also help maintain smooth and stable driving, especially at higher speeds.

How many wheel bearings does a car have?

Most vehicles have one wheel bearing per wheel, meaning four in total. Some designs may combine the bearing with a hub assembly, especially in modern European cars.

Can you drive a car with a bad wheel bearing?

Driving with a worn wheel bearing is not recommended. It can cause noise, vibration, and uneven tire wear, and in severe cases may affect handling or lead to further damage.

How long do wheel bearings last on a car?

Wheel bearings typically last between 75,000 and 150,000 miles, depending on driving conditions and maintenance. Rough roads, moisture, and heavy loads can shorten their lifespan.

5WF501611 - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volkswagen Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volkswagen 5WF-501-611
Jetta. Front wheel drive, 310x22mm, type 2. With 4 link suspension, to 06/16/2023. Taos. From 06/16/23. Arteon. Fwd. Marked 5wf501611....
$233.63
MSRP $329.99
Save $96.36
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32451845 - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volvo Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volvo 32451845
Without awd, to ch 65504.
$300.30
MSRP $474.78
Save $174.48
36.7% Off
8W0407607A - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Audi Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Superseded into multiple parts: 8W0-407-613 + 8W0-407-625-G + 8E0-407-643-A + WHT-006-966 (x4)
Discontinued
5QF501611C - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volkswagen Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volkswagen 5QF-501-611-C
Tiguan. From 11/27/21. Rear wheel drive. From 11/28/21. ID.4. Vin 1v2. Rwd. From 11/28/2021.
$300.89
MSRP $424.99
Save $124.10
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8V0598625C - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Audi Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

300x12 mm. 310x22 mm. Q3. TTS Quattro. TT RS Quattro. To 11/23/2020. From 05/30/2016.
$230.10
MSRP $325.00
Save $94.90
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7B0407621K - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volkswagen Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volkswagen 7B0-407-621-K
From 11/10.
$257.48
MSRP $363.67
Save $106.19
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4K0407621B - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Audi Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

$429.19
MSRP $616.65
Save $187.46
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8W0407625G - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Audi Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

$236.00
MSRP $333.34
Save $97.34
29.2% Off
5WA407621D - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Audi Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Q3. RS3. 374x36 mm. 380x38 mm. From 11/23/2020.
$223.01
MSRP $314.99
Save $91.98
29.2% Off
32331431 - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volvo Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volvo 32331431
$300.30
MSRP $474.78
Save $174.48
36.7% Off
5WA407621D - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volkswagen Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volkswagen 5WA-407-621-D
All wheel drive, 310x22mm. From 02/01/2021. Golf R. Arteon. Awd.
$223.01
MSRP $314.99
Save $91.98
29.2% Off
31329971 - : Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly for Volvo Image

Wheel Bearing And Hub Assembly

Volvo 31329971
XC60. All. 2wd. Without awd.
$259.30
MSRP $409.97
Save $150.67
36.8% Off

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