Ford Explorer control arm price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $138
- High
- $322
Vehicle-specific price guide
How much is a used Ford Explorer control arm ?
How much does a used Ford Explorer control arm cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.
Price summary
A used Ford Explorer control arm costs $35 to $322, with a median asking price of $125. Based on 3,090 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2011–2025 (15 model years), updated Sep 12, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$125
Grade B (good)$162
Grade C (fair)$85
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$3051,829 listings
Grade BStandard used$35–$3221,087 listings
Grade CVisible wear$50–$12513 listings
Grade XUngraded$35–$135161 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$305 | 1,829 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $35–$322 | 1,087 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $50–$125 | 13 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $35–$135 | 161 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$125
Grade B$162
Grade C$85
Ungraded$72
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$322 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the Ford Explorer control arm replacement cost?
- Used part
- $125
- Ford Explorer median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $220–$575
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for control arm replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include a wheel alignment after installation. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full control arm replacement cost breakdown
Model-year comparison
What does a Ford Explorer control arm cost by year?
2025374 listingsFits 6 years$85$65 – $2352024200 listingsFits 8 years$111$40 – $2982023596 listingsFits 6 years$120$42 – $3202022453 listingsFits 6 years$132$65 – $1932021982 listingsFits 6 years$115$38 – $32220201,200 listingsFits 6 years$181$35 – $3072019200 listingsFits 9 years$139$35 – $2492018200 listingsFits 9 years$85$35 – $1902017120 listingsFits 9 years$85$35 – $190
Market analysis
How much does a used Ford Explorer control arm cost?
A used Ford Explorer control arm costs between $35 and $322, with a median asking price of $125. That figure comes from 3,090 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 47% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $125.
Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 2.3L, rear, LH, lists at a $80 median, while 3.3L, w/o police package; rear, RH commands $166, a 108% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.
Model year matters too: 2017 units carry the lowest median at $85, while 2020 tops the table at $181. Parts from 2011–2019 are interchangeable, so if the 2017 fits your vehicle, it offers the best value across 9 compatible years.
Against comparable vehicles, the Ford Explorer sits 32% below the Toyota 4Runner ($183), 56% above the Ford Mustang ($80), and 25% above the Mercedes E Class ($100) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.
Buying a used control arm: what to check
- Ask for the donor vehicle's mileage. Lower-mileage parts carry more remaining life and resale value.
- Confirm the warranty. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day guarantees; some sell extended coverage.
- Verify fitment against your VIN or the part number on your old unit, not just year and model.
- Ask whether shipping and any core charge are included in the quoted price.
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What other Ford Explorer parts are priced?
01wide ±880%
Engine
$1,633median
$79$28,825
02wide ±327%
Transmission
$1,750median
$125$11,573
03wide ±194%
Front Bumper
$300median
$35$1,200
04wide ±296%
Rear Bumper
$230median
$35$1,395
05wide ±77%
Hood
$676median
$125$1,166
06wide ±79%
Fender
$345median
$75$620
07wide ±1654%
Headlight Assembly
$911median
$45$30,175
08wide ±275%
Tail Light
$335median
$7$1,850
09wide ±174%
Alternator
$119median
$30$445
10wide ±185%
Starter
$80median
$20$316
11wide ±144%
Radiator
$162median
$25$491
12wide ±157%
AC Compressor
$153median
$35$515
13wide ±4673%
Transfer Case
$269median
$34$25,175
14wide ±202%
Axle Shaft
$100median
$20$423
15wide ±4620%
Strut
$125median
$22$11,573
16wide ±195%
Steering Rack
$325median
$80$1,349
17wide ±482%
Grille
$155median
$20$1,515
18wide ±6729%
Side Mirror
$233median
$20$31,375
19wide ±254%
Turbocharger
$295median
$50$1,551
20wide ±292%
AC Condenser
$118median
$35$723
21wide ±5589%
Wheels
$225median
$24$25,175
22wide ±203%
Fuel Pump
$116median
$30$500
23wide ±182%
Water Pump
$90median
$25$353
24wide ±118%
Power Steering Pump
$125median
$55$350
25wide ±167%
ABS Module
$153median
$40$550
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Differential
Price data updating
27wide ±141%
Engine Computer
$170median
$15$493
28wide ±168%
Throttle Body
$76median
$20$275
29wide ±921%
Brake Caliper
$75median
$14$1,396
30wide ±1128%
Drive Shaft
$164median
$51$3,750
31wide ±1913%
Tailgate
$850median
$50$32,565
32wide ±190%
Intake Manifold
$85median
$27$350
33wide ±162%
Blower Motor
$99median
$20$341
34wide ±169%
Exhaust Manifold
$111median
$25$400
35wide ±460%
Transmission Control Module
$125median
$20$1,170
36wide ±154%
Steering Column
$160median
$30$524
37wide ±138%
Fuel Tank
$150median
$50$465
38wide ±163%
Window Regulator
$115median
$35$410
39wide ±63%
Instrument Cluster
$100median
$75$200
40wide ±108%
Torque Converter
$300median
$95$740
41wide ±291%
Steering Wheel
$174median
$40$1,053
42wide ±169%
Ignition Switch
$99median
$25$360
43wide ±12917%
Car Radio
$126median
$15$32,565
44wide ±155%
Heater Core
$116median
$66$425
45wide ±203%
Rear View Mirror
$103median
$25$443
46wide ±153%
Sunroof
$336median
$56$1,081
47wide ±160%
Master Cylinder
$76median
$20$263
48wide ±204%
Fog Light
$126median
$30$545
49wide ±7324%
Center Console
$172median
$25$25,220
50wide ±231%
Air Bag
$250median
$30$1,183
51wide ±94%
Door Assembly
$725median
$72$1,441
52wide ±96%
Quarter Panel
$484median
$100$1,025
53wide ±175%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$520median
$35$1,850
54wide ±245%
Front Seat
$170median
$48$880
Price comparisons
Compare Ford Explorer control arm prices
Control Armcompare
Toyota4RunnervsFordExplorer
4Runner$183
Explorer$125
$58 diff9,910 listings
Control ArmcompareFordMustangvsFordExplorer
Mustang$80
Explorer$125
$45 diff8,352 listings
Control ArmcompareFordExplorervsRam1500
Explorer$125
1500$153
$28 diff5,449 listings
Control ArmcompareFordExplorervsJeepGrandCherokee
Explorer$125
Cherokee$198
$73 diff5,039 listings
Control ArmcompareFordExplorervsBMWX3
Explorer$125
X3$100
$25 diff4,987 listings
Control ArmcompareFordExplorervsBMWX5
Explorer$125
X5$184
$59 diff4,889 listings
Compare fitments
What do similar vehicles charge for this part?
Acurawide ±164%
Acura MDX
$135median
$45$487
Fordspread ±52%
Ford Bronco
$442median
$97$561
Fordwide ±131%
Ford Bronco Sport
$106median
$66$343
Fordwide ±160%
Ford Edge
$100median
$29$348
Fordwide ±157%
Ford Escape
$122median
$36$420
Fordwide ±73%
Ford Expedition
$196median
$50$337
Fordwide ±109%
Ford F150
$170median
$40$410
Fordwide ±98%
Ford Focus
$100median
$30$226
Fordwide ±258%
Ford Fusion
$86median
$20$463
Fordspread ±25%
Ford Maverick
$100median
$75$125
Fordwide ±326%
Ford Mustang
$80median
$25$546
Fordwide ±214%
Ford Ranger
$135median
$35$612
Common questions
Ford Explorer control arm FAQ
How much is a used control arm for a Ford Explorer?
Based on 3,090 priced salvage yard listings, a used Ford Explorer control arm lists between $35 and $322, with a median asking price of $125.
How much does it cost to replace a Ford Explorer control arm?
Using a used part, a Ford Explorer control arm replacement typically runs $220–$575 all-in: the median used control arm for this model lists at $125, and independent-shop labor for control arm replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). The labor figure does not include a wheel alignment after installation. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
What affects the price of a used Ford Explorer control arm?
Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 19 distinct trims/variants for this part. Check the variant table above, since interchange differences can change the price substantially. Always confirm fitment against your VIN or part number before buying.
Which Ford Explorer model years does this price guide cover?
This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.
Which Ford Explorer control arm years are interchangeable?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, Ford Explorer control arm listings appear across model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Shopping across all 15 years may surface better prices or grades. Always verify the exact part number and VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by trim or drivetrain.
How much is a used Ford Explorer lower control arm?
A lower control arm is another name for a control arm. The Ford Explorer control arm prices on this page apply — median $125, from 3,090 salvage yard listings.