The Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) on your Nissan is crucial to keeping your vehicle moving. Without it, your wheels would have a difficult time turning. Your vehicle's Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) uses ball bearings to keep the wheel freely spinning while it stays firmly attached to the axle on your Nissan through the tire rod and ball joints. As the wheel spins, these ball bearings inside the hub allow one side of the Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) to spin with the other side remains stationary to keep the wheel attached to the vehicle.
Even though the Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) allows the wheel to spin freely, the wheel shouldn't be loose or have any give when the tire is rocked back and forth. If you think it's time to replace your Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) and you are a confident at-home mechanic, start by jacking up your vehicle until the tire has cleared the ground. Ensure the vehicle is on a flat, level surface, and put chocks behind the other wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling away during the repair. If you need help with your replacement, visit your nearest authorized Nissan service center.
To inspect your Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear), start by placing a hand on each side of the tire and try to move it back and forth. If the wheel has give but the ball joints connecting the wheel to the axle have a difficult time moving, there may be a problem with the Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear).
Driving with a damaged or broken Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) may cause a few things to happen. First, you might note that the tires sound louder than normal while driving. When a Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) is bad or wearing out, it can cause an abnormally loud whirring noise that gets louder as you drive faster. Second, your vehicle may seem to be pulling to one side while you drive. While this pulling issue can be a sign of other problems, such as poor alignment in the wheels, a worn Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) can also be the source. Last, check your tire tread for uneven tread wear. Looseness that comes from a bad Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) can cause excess vibrations, leading to rapid or uneven tire wear.
Does the Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) on your Nissan need to be replaced? Get your replacement Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) from genuine Nissan Parts to ensure that your new Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) fits your Nissan's specific model and trim.
This Wheel Bearing and Hub (Rear) and 432023JA1A is made to fit your Nissan Pathfinder 2013-2015, Nissan Maxima 2009-2021, Nissan Murano 2016-2018, or Nissan Altima 2007-2018. See the What This Fits tab for more information.
HUB ASSY-REAR AXLE