2018 Ford Explorer Base
1FMK5K8B86JG35148
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMK5K8B86JG35148- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 21 MPG combined.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2018 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 21 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2018 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
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SEATSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020…NHTSA campaign 19V633000
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.5L GTDI engine. Due to an assembly error, the fuel pressure sensor may leak fuel.NHTSA campaign 18V807000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.NHTSA campaign 21V316000
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 2018 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 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $62 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $16,954 |
| May 2026 | $16,974 |
| June 2026 | $16,890 |
| July 2026 | $16,500 |
| August 2026 | $16,609 |
| September 2026 | $16,892 |
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 | 1,209 | $17,688 | 100% | 98,819 mi |
| 2018 | 2,176 | $15,995 | 90% | 104,172 mi |
| 2017 | 2,486 | $13,944 | 79% | 113,196 mi |
| 2016 | 2,055 | $12,199 | 69% | 122,285 mi |
| 2015 | 1,078 | $9,999 | 57% | 133,516 mi |
| 2014 | 820 | $9,464 | 54% | 139,123 mi |
| 2013 | 658 | $8,250 | 47% | 148,752 mi |
| 2012 | 191 | $7,995 | 45% | 147,514 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.