FAG SS3201 Wheel Seal - Rear or Rear Outer

Wheel Seal for Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Sprinter

The FAG SS3201 wheel seal is built for rear wheel-end service where contamination control and grease retention matter. It uses Viton sealing material with a rubber seal body, spring, and auxiliary lip to help maintain a clean sealing surface in demanding driveline applications.

Compatible With rear wheel-end service on Mercedes-Benz G550, G63 AMG, G65 AMG, G55 AMG, and G500 models, plus select Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 rear positions. FAG SS3201 is engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for the application.

Key Features

• Part number: SS3201
• Wheel seal for rear axle and rear hub applications
• Viton sealing material for durability in demanding service conditions
• Rubber seal design with spring and auxiliary lip
• Bore diameter: 73 mm (2.874 in)
• Seal outside diameter: 73.279 mm (2.885 in)
• Seal width: 59.995 mm (2.362 in)
• Designed to help keep dirt, dust, and moisture out of the wheel end
• Helps retain grease at the bearing over time

Detailed Description

FAG SS3201 is a precision wheel seal for rear wheel-end assemblies on Mercedes-Benz G-Class vehicles and select Dodge Sprinter rear positions. The seal is designed around application-specific dimensions and sealing requirements, with a Viton sealing element, spring support, and auxiliary lip to help maintain sealing performance under real-world road conditions. This part cross-references National 710468 for the same application.

Use SS3201 when servicing rear wheel-end components that require a seal sized to the vehicle’s hub and bearing arrangement. The part number SS3201 is also referenced in OE-style interchange data for select Mercedes-Benz and Sprinter applications, including Mercedes-Benz G550 rear and Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG rear service.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel bearing
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Seal wear from rear wheel-end service conditions
• Improper sealing due to incorrect bore or outside diameter
• Noise or bearing damage related to seal failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and rear position before ordering. Match the bore diameter, outside diameter, and seal width to the original application, since wheel seal specifications vary by vehicle class and axle position. Inspect the hub, bearing, and sealing surface for wear or damage before installation, and replace any components that could compromise the new seal.

For fitment, this part fits 2014-2017 Mercedes-Benz G550, rear; 2013-2017 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, rear; 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG, rear; 2009-2013 Mercedes-Benz G550, rear; 2003-2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG, rear; 2002-2008 Mercedes-Benz G500, rear; 2007 Dodge Sprinter 3500, rear inner; 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500, rear outer; and 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500, rear outer.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals to meet manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain FAG quality standards. The SS3201 is built for demanding wheel-end sealing requirements where consistent protection of the bearing and grease retention are important.