How do I know if my rear hub assembly is bad?
Here is a list of signs if you have a hub assembly that may need to be replaced:
- Snapping, clicking or popping noises when cornering or making sharp turns.
- Grinding noise when the vehicle is moving.
- Knocking or clunking sensation from the vehicle.
- Wheel vibration and/or wobble.
- Poor steering control.
What happens when hub assembly is bad?
When the hub bearing assembly fails, the driver is going to hear a noise. It is described as a growling, rumbling or cyclical noise. The noise can increase or disappear when you increase your speed and may diminish when you turn in a specific direction.
What sound does a bad hub assembly make?
The most common symptom of a bad wheel hub assembly or wheel bearing is a rumbling, squealing, growling or chirping noise coming from the wheel or tire area of your car.
How much does it cost to replace a hub assembly?
Expect to pay on average between $400 to $800 to replace hub assemblies on both sides of the axle. The cost of parts can vary quite a bit depending on how advanced the assembly is but the labor is usually slightly less than a typical rear bearing replacement.
What causes wheel hub failure?
There are four primary causes of hub failures. They are lack of lubrication, overloading the vehicle, installing the axle nut too tight, or installing the axle nut too loose.
How long can you drive with a bad hub?
To avoid this situation, it is recommended to drive at the slower speed so that your wheel stays in action a few more hours. SO, while thinking how long can you drive on a bad bearing? You should not go more than 1000 miles as it might result in some bigger issue.
How long can you drive with a bad wheel hub assembly?
What does it sound like when a wheel bearing is bad?
Squealing & Growling The classic sounds of a bad wheel bearing are cyclic chirping, squealing and/or growling noise. You can also tell that the sound is related to wheel bearings if it changes in proportion to vehicle speed. The sound can get worse with every turn, or it can disappear momentarily.