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Does a bad wheel bearing make a humming sound?

Lately, I’ve noticed a humming sound when I drive. Could this be the result of a bad wheel bearing?

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Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A bad wheel bearing will make a humming sound or a grinding, grating noise as it wears out. But a humming noise could also indicate problems with your transmission, differential, or universal joints, so it’s important to take a closer look or get a second opinion from a professional, if necessary.
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