Parts for your 2023 Mitsubishi Asx-Centre bearing

2023 Mitsubishi ASX centre bearing — is it a thing?

Short answer for Australia and New Zealand models: no, a centre bearing isn’t fitted to the 2023 Mitsubishi ASX, so it’s not a service item on these vehicles. This isn’t a guess — it’s backed by technical references that spell out the ASX’s front‑wheel‑drive layout and lack of a rear propeller shaft (tailshaft), which is the only place a centre support bearing would live.

• Mitsubishi Motors Australia – ASX MY23 Specifications/Features brochure: all trims listed as 2WD (front‑wheel drive) with no AWD option.
• Mitsubishi ASX/RVR/Outlander Sport Service Manual: Group 22 “Propeller Shaft” applies to 4WD/AWD models only, no propeller shaft or centre support bearing is shown for 2WD.
• Mitsubishi ASA/EPC (parts catalogue) for GA‑series ASX: centre support bearing appears only under AWD driveline, FWD VINs have no propeller shaft assembly.

Why there’s no centre bearing on the 2023 ASX sold locally is simple driveline design. The ASX is a transverse front‑wheel‑drive SUV, so the transmission and differential are combined in a transaxle up front. Power goes straight to the front wheels via short driveshafts (CV shafts), not along a long tailshaft to a rear differential. Because there’s no long, two‑piece propeller shaft, there’s nothing to support in the middle — hence no centre bearing.

Hearing a hum or feeling a vibration and wondering if it’s the centre bearing? On a 2023 ASX FWD, look elsewhere first. Common culprits include:

• Front wheel hub bearings (growling that changes with road speed or when loading/unloading the corner).
• Front CV joints/shafts (clicking on full lock, shudder under load).
• Tyre or wheel issues (cupping, out‑of‑round, imbalance, or bent rim).
• Engine/gearbox mounts and exhaust hangers (drone or vibration at specific rpm).
• Rear wheel bearings or brake drag (less common but possible).

Worth noting: in other markets, certain ASX/RVR/Outlander Sport variants were offered with AWD. Those models use a propeller shaft to the rear diff, typically with a centre support bearing. If you’re dealing with an import or a grey‑market vehicle, check the VIN in the Mitsubishi parts catalogue or the service manual to confirm the exact driveline before ordering parts.

If you need help diagnosing a noise on your 2023 ASX, a workshop can road‑test, check tyre wear patterns, spin wheels for bearing play, and inspect CV boots and joints. Stick with quality OEM‑equivalent parts and have wheel alignments and tyre rotations kept up at regular servicing intervals to avoid chasing your tail on vibration issues.

Popular questions

Does a 2023 Mitsubishi ASX in Australia or New Zealand have a centre bearing?

No. Local 2023 ASX models are front‑wheel drive and don’t use a propeller shaft, so there’s no centre support bearing to service or replace. If there’s a driveline noise, it’s more likely a wheel bearing, CV joint, tyre issue, or a mount.

What could cause a humming noise if there’s no centre bearing on my 2023 ASX?

Most commonly, front wheel hub bearings or tyres (cupping or uneven wear). Also check wheel balance, CV joints, and engine/transmission mounts. A technician can isolate the source with a road test and on‑hoist inspection.

How can I tell if an imported 2023 ASX has a centre bearing?

Look for an AWD badge or a rear differential. If it’s AWD, it will have a propeller shaft, many of those assemblies use a centre support bearing. Confirm by running the VIN through a Mitsubishi EPC or referencing the service manual for AWD driveline diagrams.