Timken 512154 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Rear

Timken Rear Hub Assembly for Sebring and Stratus

Timken 512154 is a rear wheel bearing and hub assembly built for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications. It is engineered for smoother operation, reduced noise, and stable braking performance on vehicles such as the Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Cirrus, and Plymouth Breeze.

Key Features

• OE-developed testing helps control design, materials, and manufacturing process
• Low runout helps reduce wheel-end noise and vibration
• Premium bearing construction supports load capacity and bearing life
• Precision internal geometry and refined surface finishes help improve efficiency
• Sealing design includes reinforced and contamination-resistant features
• ABS sensor is 100% tested for wheel speed monitoring

Detailed Description

Timken 512154 is a rear hub bearing assembly for 1995-2006 Dodge Stratus, 1996-2000 Chrysler Sebring, 2003-2006 Chrysler Sebring, 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, and 1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze. This Timken hub assembly uses controlled manufacturing standards and premium bearing components to deliver consistent wheel-end performance. The design focuses on low runout, which helps limit vibration and supports more predictable braking feel. Timken 512154 is a direct-fit solution for rear wheel bearing service on these applications.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Help Solve

• Rear wheel bearing noise
• Wheel-end vibration at speed
• Excessive hub runout
• ABS wheel speed signal issues from a failing sensor
• Reduced braking consistency caused by worn hub components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear position and vehicle year before installation. Inspect the knuckle, axle area, and mounting surfaces for wear or contamination before fitting the new hub assembly. Confirm ABS connector routing and sensor alignment during installation, and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.

Quality Assurance

Timken uses OE-developed testing to validate hub bearing design, materials, and manufacturing processes. The assembly includes premium seals and a 100% tested ABS sensor to support reliable wheel-speed monitoring on equipped vehicles.