SKF Wheel Bearing Kit VKBA 6781 for BMW 1 to 4 Series Vehicles
Published 14 March 2021
Product
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
Why it was recalled
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.
Hazard
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.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.