Outer wheel bearing cone rollers/wheel separation
Defect Summary
Timken is recalling certain timken tapered roller bearings, part number 25877, sold and installed as original equipment for certain heavy trucks. the wheel bearing cone rollers may not have been properly heat treated. these bearing products bear a date code, "zj".
Safety Consequence
Improperly heat treated bearings can fail under loads/stresses possibly resulting in a wheel separation and a crash.
Corrective Action
Timken will replace the bearings free of charge. timken notified its customers on may 19, 2011. owners may contact either timken at 1-330-471-3693 or their vehicle manufacturer.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Timken Company or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 11E029000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11E029000?
NHTSA recall 11E029000 was issued by Timken Company on July 11, 2011. It addresses: Outer wheel bearing cone rollers/wheel separation. The recall affects approximately 7,260 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Timken Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11E029000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.