Used Ford Explorer parts from a salvage yard

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Browse all 55 used part categories for the Ford Explorer, priced from 164,882 real salvage yard and junkyard listings.
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Last updatedOct 31, 2026

Market overview

How much do Explorer parts cost from a salvage yard?

The Ford Explorer has 164,882 priced salvage yard listings across 55 part categories (100% coverage). The most commonly listed parts are transmission control modules (10,973 listings, median $110), brake calipers (10,376 listings, median $70), and side mirrors (9,669 listings, median $224). High listing volume means these parts are frequently replaced and competitively priced.

The most expensive Explorer part to replace from a salvage yard is the engine at a median of $1,711 (range $299–$8,674). The most affordable is the brake caliper at $70. Salvage parts typically save 50–75% compared to new OEM pricing.

Across all priced categories, the average Explorer salvage part costs roughly $272 at the median. Parts with higher listing counts tend to have tighter price spreads because sellers compete more aggressively, giving buyers better leverage when negotiating.

When buying used Explorer parts, always match the exact part number and confirm the model year. Parts that look identical between years can differ in mounting points, connectors, or electronic modules. Check condition grades — Grade A (excellent) parts are lightly used with no cosmetic damage, Grade B (good) shows normal wear, and Grade C (fair) may have visible wear or minor damage that does not affect function. Always verify the seller's return policy and ask whether the part was tested before removal.

Condition pricing

How does condition grade affect Explorer part prices?

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$14–$6,42370,675 listings
Grade BStandard used$20–$5,28928,642 listings
Grade CVisible wear$25–$2,100599 listings
Grade XUngraded$20–$8,67464,964 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $14–$8,674 overall range

Part directory

Explorer price guides

54 currently priced

01wide ±162%

AC Compressor

$148median
$35$515
02wide ±159%

ABS Module

$160median
$40$550
03wide ±285%

Air Bag

$200median
$35$1,175
04wide ±180%

Alternator

$115median
$30$445
05wide ±200%

Axle Shaft

$101median
$20$423
06wide ±68%

Blower Motor

$99median
$45$180
07wide ±304%

Brake Caliper

$70median
$14$439
08wide ±126%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$550median
$153$1,544
09wide ±198%

Front Bumper

$290median
$50$1,200
10wide ±168%

Rear Bumper

$230median
$95$870
11wide ±233%

Car Radio

$121median
$30$595
12wide ±175%

Center Console

$150median
$34$560
13wide ±168%

AC Condenser

$110median
$30$400
14wide ±115%

Control Arm

$125median
$35$322
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Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±121%

Door Assembly

$735median
$220$2,000
17wide ±173%

Drive Shaft

$163median
$51$615
18wide ±245%

Engine

$1,711median
$299$8,674
19wide ±141%

Engine Computer

$162median
$35$493
20wide ±169%

Exhaust Manifold

$111median
$25$400
21wide ±77%

Fender

$320median
$125$620
22wide ±196%

Fog Light

$129median
$40$545
23wide ±157%

Front Seat

$181median
$56$625
24wide ±214%

Fuel Pump

$110median
$30$500
25wide ±138%

Fuel Tank

$150median
$50$465
26wide ±284%

Grille

$189median
$35$1,108
27wide ±156%

Headlight Assembly

$836median
$195$2,800
28wide ±195%

Heater Core

$116median
$48$500
29wide ±77%

Hood

$629median
$200$1,166
30wide ±168%

Ignition Switch

$100median
$25$360
31wide ±88%

Instrument Cluster

$85median
$50$200
32wide ±199%

Intake Manifold

$81median
$27$350
33wide ±160%

Master Cylinder

$76median
$20$263
34wide ±282%

Side Mirror

$224median
$39$1,303
35wide ±153%

Power Steering Pump

$100median
$45$350
36wide ±70%

Quarter Panel

$484median
$246$920
37wide ±189%

Radiator

$150median
$40$608
38wide ±203%

Rear View Mirror

$103median
$25$443
39wide ±187%

Starter

$79median
$20$316
40wide ±153%

Steering Column

$155median
$50$524
41wide ±193%

Steering Rack

$328median
$80$1,349
42wide ±153%

Steering Wheel

$171median
$47$569
43wide ±167%

Strut

$125median
$22$440
44wide ±189%

Sunroof

$319median
$56$1,261
45wide ±291%

Tail Light

$250median
$42$1,495
46wide ±143%

Tailgate

$795median
$225$2,500
47wide ±165%

Throttle Body

$76median
$24$275
48wide ±129%

Torque Converter

$250median
$95$740
49wide ±190%

Transfer Case

$300median
$95$1,233
50wide ±170%

Transmission

$1,596median
$243$5,664
51wide ±288%

Transmission Control Module

$110median
$20$653
52wide ±145%

Turbocharger

$294median
$81$935
53wide ±219%

Water Pump

$75median
$24$353
54wide ±264%

Wheels

$215median
$36$1,173
55wide ±173%

Window Regulator

$110median
$30$410

All prices are based on observed salvage yard asking prices, collected independently. · How we price

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Explorer price comparisons

Model-year pricing

Explorer parts cost by year

201511,529 listings$212avg part cost$35 – $1,59553 parts priced
201613,915 listings$256avg part cost$38 – $2,23554 parts priced
201714,476 listings$230avg part cost$35 – $2,07454 parts priced
201816,776 listings$249avg part cost$40 – $2,07054 parts priced
201914,852 listings$247avg part cost$40 – $1,96553 parts priced
202017,959 listings$330avg part cost$56 – $2,57051 parts priced
202116,663 listings$313avg part cost$60 – $1,86550 parts priced
202216,167 listings$313avg part cost$56 – $1,70450 parts priced
202316,823 listings$288avg part cost$76 – $1,71252 parts priced
202416,360 listings$301avg part cost$70 – $1,80451 parts priced
20259,290 listings$422avg part cost$75 – $4,17353 parts priced
202670 listings$363avg part cost$363 – $3631 parts priced
$191$254$317$380$443201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Average part cost by model year · aggregated from salvage yard listing data

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Common questions

Explorer parts FAQ

How much do used Explorer parts cost from a salvage yard?

Based on 164,882 priced salvage yard listings across 55 part categories, used Ford Explorer parts range from $70 (brake caliper) to $1,711 (engine), with a typical part costing around $272 at the median.

What are the most commonly replaced Explorer parts?

The most commonly listed salvage yard parts for the Ford Explorer are transmission control modules (10,973 listings), brake calipers (10,376 listings), side mirrors (9,669 listings). High listing volume means these parts are frequently replaced and competitively priced.

How many Explorer part categories does this guide cover?

This guide covers 55 part categories for the Ford Explorer, with 54 currently priced from real salvage yard listings. We add new categories as listing data becomes available.

Are salvage yard Explorer parts worth buying?

Used OEM Explorer parts are factory-spec components that bolt in without modification. Salvage parts typically save 50–75% compared to new OEM pricing. Always match the exact part number, confirm the model year, and check the condition grade before buying.