Oem parts availability

[paveman]

Had a minor accident w my gen 3, I need a grill, headlight,bumper, fender flare and a skid plate. My body shop says parts could be 2 months out, has anyone had the same issue and if so any info?

 

[goblues38]

yeah...I can't get a tail light for our 2018 explorer. OEM, junk, used....Nobody has one

 

[rrjreyes12]

I did a lower grille swap - I had the god awful hole for the engine block heater. I went to the dealership and they pulled the schematic and part number for me. Found a better deal online.

Part came in a week and did the swap myself. Saved $30 on the new grille. So no part availability issue for me.

Now you probably have to deal with insurance and whatnot. But I think the online places may have better availability.