2018 Ford Explorer: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Oct 25, 2026, a used 2018 Ford Explorer lists for a median $15,587 at 104,769 mi, across 2,596 dealer listings. That's 71% below today's median new Explorer price. Reliability: no avoid flag in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns covering the 2018.
2018 Explorer reliability and recalls
Verdict: No avoid flag — compared with the Explorer's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2018 Explorer problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 26V448000 | Jul 14, 2026 |
| Suspension | 26V101000 | Feb 20, 2026 |
| Equipment | 25V685000 | Oct 10, 2025 |
| Structure | 24V031000 | Jan 19, 2024 |
| Structure | 21V316000 | May 5, 2021 |
| Seats | 19V633000 | Aug 28, 2019 |
| Fuel system | 18V807000 | Nov 14, 2018 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2018 Explorer value vs new
At 8 years old, the 2018 lists 71% below today's median new Explorer price of $53,756 (2026).
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2018 Ford Explorer FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Explorer worth?
The median asking price is $15,587, at a median 104,769 mi (2,596 listings).
Is the 2018 Explorer reliable?
The 2018 is no avoid flag in our NHTSA complaint analysis of the Explorer's model years.
Does the 2018 Explorer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that cover the 2018 Explorer, most recently structure (Jul 14, 2026). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.