2023 Ford Explorer: Price, Value & Reliability
Updated
As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2023 Ford Explorer lists for a median $30,922 (middle half $28,138–$34,076) at 40,496 mi, across 6,556 dealer listings. That's 42.3% below today's median new Explorer price. Reliability: no avoid flag in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns covering the 2023.
Used 2023 Explorer for sale
| Trim | Listings |
|---|---|
| XLT | 3,847 |
| Limited | 782 |
| ST | 706 |
| ST-LINE | 381 |
| TIMBERLINE | 363 |
| Platinum | 236 |
| Base | 80 |
| King Ranch | 61 |
| Utility Police Interceptor | 52 |
| ST Line | 28 |
| Timberline | 18 |
| Limited HEV | 2 |
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| New York | 484 |
| Michigan | 427 |
| Texas | 408 |
| Pennsylvania | 392 |
| Illinois | 330 |
| Ohio | 323 |
| New Jersey | 295 |
| Florida | 278 |
| California | 247 |
| Indiana | 219 |
2023 Explorer reliability and recalls
Verdict: No avoid flag — compared with the Explorer's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2023 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 |
| 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 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 25V159000 | Mar 14, 2025 |
| Equipment | 24V852000 | Nov 8, 2024 |
| Suspension | 24V091000 | Feb 8, 2024 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 23V686000 | Oct 13, 2023 |
| Engine & cooling | 23V597000 | Aug 25, 2023 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 23V342000 | May 12, 2023 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 23V070000 | Feb 10, 2023 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 23V022000 | Jan 23, 2023 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2023 Explorer value vs new
At 3 years old, the 2023 lists 42.3% below today's median new Explorer price of $53,756 (2026).
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2023 Ford Explorer FAQ
How much is a used 2023 Explorer worth?
The median asking price is $30,922, with the middle half between $28,138 and $34,076, at a median 40,496 mi (6,556 listings).
Is the 2023 Explorer reliable?
The 2023 is no avoid flag in our NHTSA complaint analysis of the Explorer's model years.
Does the 2023 Explorer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns that cover the 2023 Explorer, most recently seats (Jul 14, 2026). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.