FAG 102044 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Front

FAG 102044 Front Wheel Bearing Hub Assembly

The FAG 102044 wheel bearing and hub assembly is a front hub unit built for select Ford and Mercury vehicles from 2005-2009. It combines a compact, lightweight design with a maintenance-free construction and an integral mounting flange for the brake, disc, and wheel mounting points.

Compatible with front applications on the Ford Five Hundred, Ford Freestyle, Ford Taurus, Ford Taurus X, Mercury Montego, and Mercury Sable, this FAG hub assembly supports direct replacement service for common driveline and axle repairs. The FAG 102044 part number is also referenced by ATP 102044, SKF BR930727, and Timken HA590028 for the same application.

Key Features

• Front wheel bearing and hub assembly for select 2005-2009 Ford and Mercury models
• Integral mounting flange for brake, disc, and wheel attachment
• Maintenance-free hub design
• Compact, lightweight construction
• 4-bolt hole configuration with 5 hub bolts
• OE-style replacement under FAG part number 102044

Detailed Description

FAG 102044 is a front wheel bearing and hub assembly engineered for vehicles that require a serviceable hub unit with integrated mounting features. It is listed for 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred front, 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle front, 2005-2007 Mercury Montego front, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus front, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X front, and 2008-2009 Mercury Sable front. The design focuses on reducing service complexity while maintaining the bearing and hub functions in one assembly.

This part number, 102044, is a practical replacement choice when addressing front-end hub service on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable platforms, as well as Ford Five Hundred and Freestyle applications. The hub’s flange design supports proper mounting of the brake and wheel interface, helping restore normal wheel support and rotation characteristics.

What It Helps Fix

• Front wheel bearing noise or rough rotation
• Hub play or looseness at the wheel end
• Vibration related to worn hub components
• Brake and wheel mounting issues caused by hub wear
• Service needs on front hub assemblies for Ford Taurus, Ford Taurus X, and Mercury Sable

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front position before ordering. Confirm the bolt-hole and hub-bolt configuration matches the original unit, and compare the existing hub assembly to FAG 102044 before installation. Proper torque procedures and clean mounting surfaces are important for correct hub seating and brake component alignment.

Quality Assurance

FAG is a recognized bearing brand, and this hub assembly is built around a maintenance-free design with an integral flange for consistent service replacement. Cross-reference numbers for this application include SKF BR930727 and Timken HA590028.