Wheel Bearing Failure at 70,000 km

Translated on 28-10-2026, 12:18.

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Hello forum,

"For some time now, my G4 ALH with 70,000 km has been..."
A whistling sound is coming from the front right side of the wheel.
"makes a noise. This only happens when the car is warm, and..."
drives very slowly. The whistling stops immediately when you apply the brakes.
ganz leicht antippt oder leichte Lenkbewegungen macht. That's all.
doesn't seem to be the typical bearing failure. Do I need to...?
Have my front wheel bearings replaced by a friendly VAG partner.
or it could be something harmless.

Best regards, Marco

Translated on 28-10-2026, 12:20.

Hi,
I think it's more likely that the brake pads are sticking slightly. Wheel bearings also make noise even when cold, and they can't be brought back to life with light braking :).
It would be advisable to have the wooden blocks removed and the brake caliper housings cleaned, or you can live with it until your next inspection is due.

Olli.