Parts for your 2017 Holden Commodore-Wheel hubs

2017 Holden Commodore wheel hubs

Technical sources confirm the 2017 Holden Commodore (VF II) uses wheel hubs — specifically, unitised hub-and-bearing assemblies — on both front and rear axles. This is documented in the Holden VF Service Manual (GM SI: Suspension and Driveline sections) and mirrored by ACDelco/GM Genuine Parts catalogues and major bearing suppliers’ fitment guides (SKF/Timken) for VF-series Commodore.

On this model, the hub assembly serves as the mounting point for the wheel and brake rotor, houses the sealed wheel bearing, and provides the encoder for the ABS/ESC system. Up front, the hub bolts to the steering knuckle, at the rear, the assembly supports the drive axle and is critical for maintaining correct preload and ABS signal integrity. Because the bearings are sealed-for-life, there’s no periodic greasing or adjustment — when wear develops, the complete hub assembly is replaced.

Owners and workshops typically look for symptoms such as a low humming that rises with road speed, play felt when rocking the wheel at 12 and 6 o’clock, ABS/traction warnings, or uneven tyre wear. Any of these signs warrant inspection. Holden’s service information recommends checking for free rotation, noise, and looseness during routine servicing or when brakes and tyres are off.

• Common signs it’s time to replace a hub:
  • Speed-dependent growl or rumble that changes with gentle steering input
  • ABS light or pulsing at low speed from a corrupted encoder signal
  • Disc runout or wheel wobble from bearing play

Replacement is straightforward with the right gear. Up front, the hub is a bolt-on unit accessed from the rear of the knuckle, avoid striking the flange to protect the encoder. At the rear, support the control arms to maintain alignment, and always use a new axle nut where specified. Follow GM SI torque specs for hub-to-knuckle bolts and the rear axle nut, correct torque is critical to bearing life and ABS accuracy. Avoid impact guns on the axle nut and never preload the bearing by prying on the flange.

Good practice in Australia and New Zealand is to inspect hubs whenever brakes are serviced, after pothole strikes, or around the 100,000–150,000 km mark, especially if the vehicle tows or runs wider tyres. Quality OE-equivalent hubs from GM/ACDelco or premium bearing brands match the original ABS encoder and flange offset, ensuring a quiet, long-lasting fix.

Popular questions

How long do wheel hubs last on a 2017 Commodore?
Most see 100,000–200,000 kilometres, but life varies with road quality, wheel size, towing, and alignment. If there’s any noise, play, or ABS warning, inspect sooner rather than later.

Can the bearing be replaced on its own, or is it a full hub swap?
On VF II, the wheel bearing is integrated into a sealed hub assembly. Standard repair practice per Holden/GM SI and parts catalogues is to replace the complete hub unit rather than pressing in a separate bearing.

What torque settings are needed?
Use the GM SI specs for hub-to-knuckle bolts and the rear axle nut, and fit new fasteners where specified. Correct torque is essential, over- or under-tightening can shorten bearing life and upset ABS readings.