2022 Ford Explorer: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2022 Ford Explorer lists for a median $27,038 (middle half $23,743–$30,348) at 63,007 mi, across 3,791 dealer listings. That's 49.4% below today's median new Explorer price. Reliability: no avoid flag in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 24 recall campaigns covering the 2022.
Used 2022 Explorer for sale
| Trim | Listings |
|---|---|
| XLT | 1,750 |
| Limited | 536 |
| ST | 503 |
| TIMBERLINE | 311 |
| Platinum | 197 |
| ST-LINE | 191 |
| Utility Police Interceptor | 91 |
| King Ranch | 86 |
| Base | 74 |
| ST Line | 24 |
| Timberline | 20 |
| Limited HEV | 8 |
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| Texas | 327 |
| Florida | 219 |
| New York | 194 |
| Illinois | 180 |
| Michigan | 174 |
| Ohio | 174 |
| Pennsylvania | 166 |
| California | 160 |
| North Carolina | 146 |
| New Jersey | 144 |
2022 Explorer reliability and recalls
Verdict: No avoid flag — compared with the Explorer's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2022 Explorer problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 26V451000 | Jul 14, 2026 |
| Seat belts | 26V159000 | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 26V123000 | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Visibility | 26V117000 | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Equipment | 25V685000 | Oct 10, 2025 |
| Fuel system | 25V455000 | Jul 7, 2025 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 25V442000 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Seats | 25V393000 | Jun 13, 2025 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 25V166000 | Mar 14, 2025 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 25V159000 | Mar 14, 2025 |
| Equipment | 24V852000 | Nov 8, 2024 |
| Engine & cooling | 24V635000 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| Engine | 24V598000 | Aug 9, 2024 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 23V675000 | Oct 6, 2023 |
| Electrical system | 23V626000 | Sep 8, 2023 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 23V342000 | May 12, 2023 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 23V305000 | Apr 28, 2023 |
| Parking brake | 23V199000 | Mar 24, 2023 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 23V070000 | Feb 10, 2023 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 23V069000 | Feb 10, 2023 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 23V022000 | Jan 23, 2023 |
| Fuel system | 22V685000 | Sep 14, 2022 |
| Engine | 22V454000 | Jun 24, 2022 |
| Fuel system | 22V088000 | Feb 16, 2022 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2022 Explorer value vs new
At 4 years old, the 2022 lists 49.4% below today's median new Explorer price of $53,756 (2026).
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2022 Ford Explorer FAQ
How much is a used 2022 Explorer worth?
The median asking price is $27,038, with the middle half between $23,743 and $30,348, at a median 63,007 mi (3,791 listings).
Is the 2022 Explorer reliable?
The 2022 is no avoid flag in our NHTSA complaint analysis of the Explorer's model years.
Does the 2022 Explorer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 24 recall campaigns that cover the 2022 Explorer, most recently seats (Jul 14, 2026). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.