2012 Ford Explorer
AFMHK7B82CGA79770
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 AFMHK7B82CGA79770- ✗ 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.
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 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $442 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $7,988 |
| May 2026 | $7,930 |
| June 2026 | $8,102 |
| July 2026 | $7,688 |
| August 2026 | $7,500 |
| September 2026 | $7,546 |
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 | 1,196 | $17,588 | 100% | 98,502 mi |
| 2018 | 1,825 | $15,999 | 91% | 103,643 mi |
| 2017 | 1,977 | $13,995 | 80% | 112,742 mi |
| 2016 | 2,000 | $12,280 | 70% | 122,737 mi |
| 2015 | 1,060 | $10,500 | 60% | 130,461 mi |
| 2014 | 918 | $9,657 | 55% | 137,093 mi |
| 2013 | 750 | $8,495 | 48% | 148,045 mi |
| 2012 | 231 | $7,900 | 45% | 151,650 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.