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MagnaFlow CARB-Grade California-compliant direct-fit catalytic converter (5551218) for the 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 3.5L and 2011-2014 Ford Edge 3.5L, plus Lincoln MKX and Police Interceptor Utility applications. Spun-body 16-gauge 409 stainless construction with a single laser-fusion weld replicates the OE design for smooth flow and a leak-resistant seal; installs with no cutting or welding and includes the hardware needed to avoid corroded factory parts. CARB EO compliant for legal use in California and CARB states for the listed vehicles.
Specifications
| Type | Direct-fit catalytic converter (spun body) |
| Grade | CARB (California Grade) |
| Material | 16-gauge 409 stainless steel |
| Hardware | Hardware included |
| Emissions | CARB compliant (CA legal) |
| Finish | Uncoated |
| Body Type | Spun |
| Inlet Type | Flange |
| Clamps Included | No |
| Legality | Legal for sale in all 50 states including California, Colorado, New York and Maine. Installation is permitted only if the vehicle's Executive Order number and Engine Family Number appear in this converter's CARB Executive Order. |
| Part Number | 5551218 |
This part fits:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2014 | Ford | Edge | Limited |
| 2011-2014 | Ford | Edge | SE |
| 2011-2014 | Ford | Edge | SEL |
| 2011-2014 | Ford | Edge | Sport |
| 2011-2017 | Ford | Explorer | Base |
| 2011-2017 | Ford | Explorer | Limited |
| 2016-2017 | Ford | Explorer | Platinum |
| 2013-2017 | Ford | Explorer | Sport |
| 2011-2017 | Ford | Explorer | XLT |
| 2013-2017 | Ford | Police Interceptor Utility | Base |
| 2011-2015 | Lincoln | MKX | Base |
Which vehicles does this fit?
- It fits the Ford Edge 2011-2014, Ford Explorer 2011-2017, Ford Police Interceptor Utility 2013-2017, Lincoln MKX 2011-2015. The full year, make, model and submodel list is in the fitment table on this page.
Is it legal in my state?
- Legal for sale in all 50 states including California, Colorado, New York and Maine. Installation is permitted only if the vehicle's Executive Order number and Engine Family Number appear in this converter's CARB Executive Order.
What is it made of?
- 16-gauge 409 stainless steel.
Shipping
- In stock orders typically ship within 1 to 3 business days.
- Standard, expedited, and overnight options at checkout.
- Oversized items ship by freight and take longer.
- Special order items follow a lead time we confirm with you individually before the order is committed.
- Backordered items ship as soon as stock lands. Lead times are manufacturer estimates and can change. Contact us for current ETAs.
- Need to cancel? Email us right away. Cancellations are not guaranteed once an order is in process. In-stock orders cancel free before they ship; a 6% fee applies only to confirmed backorders and special orders.
- International orders: prices do not include VAT, duties, or import fees. Your country charges these at import and they are the buyer’s responsibility.
Returns
- 30 days from delivery to request and ship back a return on new, uninstalled items in original packaging with all hardware.
- Standard returns: 8% restocking fee on the item price before tax and shipping. Shipping is not refunded in either direction. All waived if the item is defective or we made the error.
- Fitment guaranteed: select your vehicle above, or confirm fitment with us in writing before you order. If the part shows as a fit and it is wrong, the return is on us, even after installation. Otherwise, installed or used parts cannot be returned.
- Final sale: special orders, coilovers, electronics, engine internals, turbochargers, superchargers and turbo kits, unless defective or we sent the wrong item.
- Product images may be representative. The SKU and specifications in the listing are what ships.
- Email us for return authorization before shipping anything back.
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