2012 Ford Explorer Base
1FMHK8B82CGA59525
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 9 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 1, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($7,499)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMHK8B82CGA59525Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
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SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.NHTSA campaign 19V435000
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WHEELSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017…NHTSA campaign 17E048000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles.NHTSA campaign 15V171000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $352 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $8,000 |
| April 2026 | $7,989 |
| May 2026 | $7,850 |
| June 2026 | $8,102 |
| July 2026 | $7,989 |
| August 2026 | $7,648 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Explorer Base (this car) | $7,499 | 9 | — |
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler | $12,999 | 16 | +$5,500 |
| 2014 Honda CR-V | $9,500 | 13 | +$2,001 |
| 2014 Toyota Highlander | $12,563 | 11 | +$5,064 |
| 2014 Nissan Rogue | $5,360 | 10 | −$2,139 |
| 2013 Subaru Outback | $8,000 | 10 | +$501 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 3 · 2011–2019What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,063 | $17,551 | 100% | 99,325 mi |
| 2018 | 2,110 | $15,998 | 91% | 103,576 mi |
| 2017 | 2,476 | $13,995 | 80% | 113,068 mi |
| 2016 | 1,674 | $12,210 | 70% | 122,943 mi |
| 2015 | 1,044 | $9,999 | 57% | 133,195 mi |
| 2014 | 819 | $9,499 | 54% | 138,734 mi |
| 2013 | 714 | $8,495 | 48% | 146,864 mi |
| 2012 | 181 | $7,995 | 46% | 147,825 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
