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The short version
- Front Legend wheel bearing units for 1991-1995 are press-in ball bearings, part 510011.
- That same 510011 number carried into the 3.5RL through 2004 and the 1996-1998 3.2TL.
- The first model year, 1990, uses different numbers entirely: front 513052, rear 513049.
- Rear hubs for 1991-1995 use 512008.
Acura built the Legend as its first flagship car, meant to compete with German luxury sedans. The front bearing it introduced in 1991 stuck around long after the Legend left showrooms. That kind of longevity is rare in this business.
Legend wheel bearing numbers at a glance
Most Legends, from 1991 through 1995, use front number 510011, a press-in ball bearing.
The matching rear hub for those years is 512008.
Acura Legend wheel bearing part numbers
| Years | Detail | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1991-1995 | Front, press-in ball bearing (also used by the 3.5RL through 2004 and the 1996-1998 3.2TL) | 510011 check price |
| 1991-1995 | Rear, hub assembly | 512008 check price |
| 1990 | Front, press-in ball bearing (Prelude-family number) | 513052 check price |
| 1990 | Rear, hub assembly | 513049 check price |
Every model year this chart resolves: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 and 1995.
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1990 Legends use different numbers than every year after: front 513052 instead of 510011, and rear 513049 instead of 512008.
Confirm the model year carefully before ordering, since one year separates a completely different parts set from the rest of the range.
A front bearing that outlived the badge
Acura retired the Legend name in 1996, replacing it with the 3.5RL. The new flagship kept the same front number, 510011, all the way through 2004. The 1996-1998 3.2TL used it too, so the part outlasted three separate model names.
That kind of parts continuity matters when sourcing a Legend wheel bearing today. Supply for the number never dried up thanks to the RL and TL overlap. Shops familiar with the Acura Integra will recognize the pattern.
Honda’s badge engineering followed similar logic across the lineup, visible on cars like the Honda Accord. Acura’s broader catalog, covered under Acura models, shows the same shared parts approach.
Diagnosing a Legend wheel bearing
- Listen for a hum tied to speed. A worn Legend wheel bearing produces a growl or hum that rises and falls with road speed, not RPM.
- Note changes while turning. Bearing noise often grows louder in a turn as load shifts to one side, as covered in this guide to turning noise.
- Rule out tire wear. Cupped or uneven tires can produce a similar hum, so compare against tire noise symptoms first.
- Check for wheel play. With the wheel off the ground, rock it top and bottom following this check procedure.
- Inspect for pothole damage. A sudden onset of noise after hitting a pothole points toward impact damage rather than gradual wear.
Common questions
Does the 1990 Legend use the same parts as later years?
No. The 1990 model year uses different front and rear numbers than 1991-1995, so match by year carefully.
Why does the 3.5RL matter to a Legend owner?
The 3.5RL replaced the Legend and kept the same front bearing number through 2004. That overlap keeps the part easy to find today.
Is the rear a press-in design like the front?
No. The rear is a hub assembly, a different design from the front’s press-in ball bearing.
Does the 3.2TL share Legend parts too?
Yes, for 1996-1998. The 3.2TL used the same front number, 510011, as the 1991-1995 Legend.
What causes most Legend wheel bearing failures?
Age and mileage account for most failures on a car this old. Corrosion around the hub can also accelerate wear on high-mileage examples.