2018 Ford Explorer control arm price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $99
- High
- $190
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Ford Explorer Control Arm prices
Year-specific used control arm pricing for the 2018 Ford Explorer, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Ford Explorer control arm
A used 2018 Ford Explorer control arm costs between $35 and $190, with a median of $85 from 62 salvage yard listings.
What the control arm does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used control arm price guide →
Also known asLower Control ArmA-ArmWishbone
Price summary
A used 2018 Ford Explorer control arm costs $35 to $190, with a median asking price of $85. Based on 62 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2011–2019 (9 model years), updated Aug 25, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$76
Grade B (good)$162
Grade C (fair)$125
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$19043 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$1906 listings
Grade CVisible wear$125–$1252 listings
Grade XUngraded$50–$8511 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$190 | 43 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$190 | 6 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $125–$125 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $50–$85 | 11 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$76
Grade B$162
Grade C$125
Ungraded$85
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$190 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Ford Explorer control arm replacement cost?
- Used part
- $85
- 2018 Ford Explorer median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $180–$535
- 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
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Ford Explorer compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 200 observed listings, including 62 with posted prices. Its $85 median is 32% below the Ford Explorer guide's $125 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #3 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019. Shopping across all 9 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a Ford Explorer control arm cost in other years?
2025374 listings$85$65 – $23520241,000 listings$100$50 – $2492023596 listings$120$42 – $3202022453 listings$132$65 – $1932021982 listings$115$38 – $32220201,200 listings$181$35 – $3072019200 listingsCompatible$139$35 – $2492017120 listingsCompatible$85$35 – $1902016200 listingsCompatible$141$35 – $249201585 listingsCompatible$75$75 – $100
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Common questions
2018 Ford Explorer control arm FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Ford Explorer control arm?
Based on 62 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Ford Explorer control arm lists between $35 and $190, with a median asking price of $85.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Ford Explorer control arm?
Using a used part, a 2018 Ford Explorer control arm replacement typically runs $180–$535 all-in: the median used control arm for this year lists at $85, 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.
Will a 2018 Ford Explorer control arm fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Ford Explorer control arm also appear under model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Ford Explorer lower control arm?
A lower control arm is another name for a control arm. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Ford Explorer control arm — median $85, from 62 listings.