Dorman 951-181 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Front

Dorman 951-181 Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly

Dorman 951-181 is a front wheel bearing and hub assembly for select 2007-2014 Mini Cooper models. It combines the hub and critical bearing components into one replacement assembly for a complete front-end repair on the specified application.

Built for the Mini Cooper front hub location, this assembly includes a steel construction, 4-bolt flange, 4 wheel studs, and an ABS encoder-style sensor setup. It is a direct-fit option for drivers replacing a worn or noisy front wheel hub on 2007-2014 Mini Cooper vehicles.

Key Features

• Fits 2007-2014 Mini Cooper, front
• Wheel bearing and hub assembly for a complete front repair
• Steel construction for the hub assembly
• Gen 3 bearing generation with ball bearing design
• ABS encoder type with anti-lock brake sensor included
• 4-bolt circular flange design
• 26-spline driven hub configuration
• Wheel stud size: M14 x 1.25
• Wheel pilot diameter: 56 mm
• Brake pilot diameter: 64 mm
• Bolt circle diameter: 100 mm

Detailed Description

This Dorman wheel bearing and hub assembly, part number 951-181, is engineered for the front position on select Mini Cooper models from 2007 through 2014. It is a driven hub assembly with a 26-spline design, steel flange construction, and an integrated ABS encoder-style sensor arrangement for vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking systems. The assembly is intended for the Mini Cooper front wheel hub application where bearing wear, hub play, or ABS-related hub issues require replacement.

This part cross-references MOOG Hub Assemblies 513309 and SKF BR930677 for the same application. For shoppers searching for a front wheel bearing and hub assembly for 2007-2014 Mini Cooper, Dorman 951-181 provides the key hub and bearing replacement components in one service part.

What It Helps Repair

• Front wheel bearing noise or growling
• Excessive wheel hub play or looseness
• ABS warning light concerns related to the hub sensor setup
• Uneven wheel rotation caused by worn hub components
• Front-end vibration traced to hub or bearing wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front-position fitment before installation on your Mini Cooper. Confirm wheel stud size, flange bolt pattern, and ABS sensor configuration against the removed part to ensure the replacement matches the original hub assembly. Clean the mounting surface thoroughly and inspect surrounding brake and suspension components before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement hub assemblies are built to match the specified vehicle application and include the critical bearing replacement components needed for service on the listed Mini Cooper models. Part number 951-181 is intended for direct replacement use on the confirmed front-wheel application.