2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module price snapshot
- Low
- $20
- Average
- $144
- High
- $470
Year-specific price guide
Used 2021 Ford Explorer Transmission Control Module prices
Year-specific used transmission control module pricing for the 2021 Ford Explorer, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module
A used 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module costs between $20 and $470, with a median of $125 from 1,094 salvage yard listings.
What the transmission control module does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission control module price guide →
Also known asTCMTransmission ComputerTransmission ModuleTCU
Price summary
A used 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module costs $20 to $470, with a median asking price of $125. Based on 1,094 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2019–2025 (7 model years), updated Aug 25, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$113
Grade B (good)$145
Grade C (fair)$145
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$20–$405542 listings
Grade BStandard used$34–$470485 listings
Grade CVisible wear$62–$1458 listings
Grade XUngraded$50–$40059 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $20–$405 | 542 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $34–$470 | 485 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $62–$145 | 8 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $50–$400 | 59 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$113
Grade B$145
Grade C$145
Ungraded$100
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $20–$470 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module replacement cost?
- Used part
- $125
- 2021 Ford Explorer median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$300
- 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $220–$425
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission control module replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission control module replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-CKF47 listingsInterchange 2020–2023$188$45 – $283
Body Control (BCM), LH dash, keyless ignition (push button start)45 listingsInterchange 2021–2022$96$75 – $308
Communication, telematics, (LH inner quarter panel mounted)45 listingsInterchange 2021–2024$86$65 – $180
Driver Assist, pedestrian alert system, (LH quarter mounted)45 listingsInterchange 2020–2022$133$70 – $227
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-CMD44 listingsInterchange 2019–2024$125$30 – $370
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-BMD43 listingsInterchange 2020–2021$115$65 – $295
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID LB5T-14G371-MBK43 listingsInterchange 2020–2021$115$65 – $295
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-LGB41 listingsInterchange 2020–2024$166$25 – $405
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID LB5T-14G371-LCE41 listingsInterchange 2020–2024$166$25 – $405
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-BNC38 listingsInterchange 2021–2022$125$76 – $269
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-CHB38 listingsInterchange 2020–2022$176$85 – $405
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID 5U5T-14G371-CPB36 listingsInterchange 2020–2021$243$75 – $425
Communication, voice recognition (Sync), ID LB5T-14G371-MCP36 listingsInterchange 2020–2021$243$75 – $425
Year-specific context
How does the 2021 Ford Explorer compare?
The 2021 guide is based on 1,258 observed listings, including 1,094 with posted prices. Its $125 median is 14% above the Ford Explorer guide's $110 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2021 ranks #7 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. Shopping across all 7 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 transmission control module cost in other years?
2025350 listingsCompatible$193$30 – $6362024534 listingsCompatible$144$30 – $6532023385 listingsCompatible$120$41 – $4122022660 listingsCompatible$136$35 – $64520201,575 listingsCompatible$125$40 – $59520191,531 listingsCompatible$130$30 – $37520181,842 listings$105$25 – $54120171,937 listings$95$25 – $63220161,563 listings$110$30 – $40520152,521 listings$75$25 – $521
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Common questions
2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module?
Based on 1,094 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module lists between $20 and $470, with a median asking price of $125.
How much does it cost to replace a 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module?
Using a used part, a 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module replacement typically runs $220–$425 all-in: the median used transmission control module for this year lists at $125, and independent-shop labor for transmission control module replacement typically takes 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$300). The labor figure does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module also appear under model years 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 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 2021 Ford Explorer tcm?
A tcm is another name for a transmission control module. The prices on this page cover the 2021 Ford Explorer transmission control module — median $125, from 1,094 listings.