2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft price snapshot
- Low
- $57
- Average
- $160
- High
- $437
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Ford Explorer Drive Shaft prices
Year-specific used drive shaft pricing for the 2018 Ford Explorer, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
Price summary
A used 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft costs $57 to $437, with a median asking price of $154. Based on 176 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2015–2019 (5 model years), updated Aug 27, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$135
Grade B (good)$220
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$57–$437131 listings
Grade BStandard used$71–$37520 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$100–$20025 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $57–$437 | 131 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $71–$375 | 20 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $100–$200 | 25 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$135
Grade B$220
Ungraded$150
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $57–$437 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft replacement cost?
- Used part
- $154
- 2018 Ford Explorer median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $250–$605
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for drive shaft replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full drive shaft 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 176 with posted prices. Its $154 median is 6% below the Ford Explorer guide's $164 median.
Among the 9 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019. Shopping across all 5 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.
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What does a Ford Explorer drive shaft cost in other years?
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Common questions
2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft?
Based on 176 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft lists between $57 and $437, with a median asking price of $154.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft?
Using a used part, a 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft replacement typically runs $250–$605 all-in: the median used drive shaft for this year lists at $154, and independent-shop labor for drive shaft replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft also appear under model years 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 driveshaft?
A driveshaft is another name for a drive shaft. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Ford Explorer drive shaft — median $154, from 176 listings.