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The short version
- 2005 Ford Escape wheel bearing numbers cover the whole 2001-2007 generation: front 510072, rear 510029.
- Both ends are press-in ball bearings, on FWD and AWD trucks alike.
- A front hub repair kit, 518515, is listed alongside the front bearing.
- The Hybrid uses the same numbers as the gas models, per the catalogs.
Seven model years of Ford Escape, 2001 through 2007, and the wheel bearing chart never moves. One front number and one rear number cover every trim, every drivetrain, and the Hybrid too. That kind of consistency is rare on this site.
The core numbers
These two part numbers make up the entire 2005 Ford Escape wheel bearing chart. They hold for the full 2001-2007 run.
Both positions are press-in ball bearings rather than bolt-on hub assemblies. That holds true at every corner of this generation.
Ford Escape wheel bearing part numbers
| Years | Detail | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 2001-2007 | Front, press-in ball, FWD and AWD | 510072 check price |
| 2001-2007 | Front hub repair kit | 518515 check price |
| 2001-2007 | Rear, press-in ball, FWD and AWD | 510029 check price |
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Lookups run through the cross reference page.
This page covers the 2001-2007 Ford Escape: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. Other years live on the main Ford Escape wheel bearing page.
There is no bolt-on hub anywhere on this generation, front or rear, gas or Hybrid.
Budget for a press rather than a socket set on a 2005 Ford Escape wheel bearing job. See the press-in bearing guide before you start.
Year by year
Nothing in the 2005 Ford Escape wheel bearing chart changes across the whole 2001-2007 run. Drivetrain does not split the numbers. The Hybrid, sold from 2005 on, uses the same front and rear parts as the gas trucks.
FWD, AWD, and Hybrid share one chart
The catalogs list a single front number and a single rear number for this generation, regardless of drivetrain. That carries into the 2008-2012 Escape. It kept the same platform for two more years before the catalogs stopped documenting it.
The redesigned 2013-2019 Escape split the rear hub by drivetrain and park assist, not one shared number.
Diagnosing a Ford Escape wheel bearing
- Listen for the noise. A worn bearing usually growls or hums, and the sound changes with vehicle speed rather than engine speed.
- Check for a change in a turn. Bearing noise often gets louder in one direction and quieter in the other. See the turning-noise guide for how to read that pattern.
- Rule out the tires. Cupped or unevenly worn tires can mimic a bearing growl. Compare against the tire noise page before ordering parts.
- Check the ABS light. A failing bearing on this press-in setup can disturb the wheel speed sensor and trigger a code.
- Confirm play at the hub. With the wheel off the ground, grab it at 12 and 6 o’clock and check for movement. Full steps are on the wheel bearing check page.
Common questions
What wheel bearing does a 2005 Ford Escape use?
A 2005 Ford Escape wheel bearing job uses 510072 up front and 510029 in the rear. That covers FWD, AWD, and the Hybrid.
What wheel bearing does a 2001 Ford Escape use?
The same two numbers, 510072 front and 510029 rear. Nothing about the first model year changes the chart.
Does the Ford Escape Hybrid need a different wheel bearing?
No. The catalogs list the Hybrid on the same 510072 and 510029 numbers as the gas Escape. There is no separate Hybrid row anywhere on the chart.
Is the front Ford Escape wheel bearing a press-in or a bolt-on hub?
Press-in. There is no bolt-on hub assembly on this generation. Replacement means pressing the old bearing out and the new one in.
Does AWD change the wheel bearing numbers?
No. FWD and AWD trucks share 510072 front and 510029 rear across the entire 2001-2007 run.