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Ford Explorer Bill of Sale — Puerto Rico

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11.5% IVU (Impuesto de Venta y Uso) on vehicle purchases — one of the highest rates among US jurisdictions$50 title feenotary requiredemissions test required18 active recalls

estimated Ford Explorer transfer costs in Puerto Rico

based on a $10,000 sale price

sale price$10,000
sales tax (11.5%)$1,150
title transfer fee$50
registrationVaries by vehicle weight and type; administered through CESCO offices
estimated total$11,200+

* registration fees vary. local taxes may apply. actual tax may differ for private-party sales in Puerto Rico. see https://dtop.pr.gov for exact rates.

Puerto Rico requirements for selling a Ford Explorer

sales tax
11.5% IVU (Impuesto de Venta y Uso) on vehicle purchases — one of the highest rates among US jurisdictions; administered by the Departamento de Hacienda
title fee
$50
notary
required
odometer disclosure
required
emissions test
required
dmv website
dtop.pr.gov
Puerto Rico special requirements
  • Notarial intervention required — PR notaries (notarios públicos) are licensed attorneys; a notario público abogado must authenticate vehicle transfer deeds, unlike mainland US notary publics
  • Official bill of sale form: DTOP-DIS-260 (Acta de Traspaso de Vehículo de Motor), issued by the Departamento de Transportación y Obras Públicas (DTOP)
  • Vehicle transfers are processed at CESCO (Centro de Servicios al Conductor) offices across the island
  • Federal odometer disclosure (49 CFR Part 580) applies to all Puerto Rico vehicle sales, same as US states
  • IVU sales tax of 11.5% applies to the sale price; exemptions may apply to certain commercial transactions
  • Governing law: Ley de Vehículos y Tránsito de Puerto Rico (Law No. 22 of January 7, 2000, as amended)
  • Official documents are bilingual (Spanish and English); the DTOP-DIS-260 form is issued in Spanish — confirm you understand all terms before signing
  • USCG documentation applies to vessels in PR territorial waters under the same federal rules as US states
  • Title transfer must be completed at a CESCO office; online transfer not available for private party sales

2025 Ford Explorer safety data (nhtsa)

crash test ratings
overallnot rated
front crashnot rated
side crashnot rated
rollovernot rated
active recalls (18)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles. The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.

campaign: 24V634000
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail when the vehicle speed reaches 10 MPH or greater. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

campaign: 24V801000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

campaign: 24V852000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The transmission may be improperly secured due to loose cross member bolts.

campaign: 25V020000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.

campaign: 25V164000

+ 13 more recall(s). check nhtsa.gov for full details.

Ford Explorer vin information

Every Ford Explorer has a unique 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Our bill of sale generator automatically decodes the VIN to verify the year, make, model, engine, and trim. This protects both parties and ensures the document matches the actual vehicle.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to transfer a Ford Explorer title in Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico charges a $50 title transfer fee. Vehicle sales tax is 11.5% IVU (Impuesto de Venta y Uso) on vehicle purchases — one of the highest rates among US jurisdictions; administered by the Departamento de Hacienda. Registration fees range from Varies by vehicle weight and type; administered through CESCO offices. Notarization is required for the transfer.

Do I need a bill of sale to sell a Ford Explorer in Puerto Rico?

Yes. Puerto Rico requires a bill of sale for private-party vehicle transfers. A Ford Explorer bill of sale documents the transaction, protects both buyer and seller, and is typically required for title transfer at the PR DMV.

What information goes on a Ford Explorer bill of sale?

A Ford Explorer bill of sale includes the VIN, year, make (Ford), model (Explorer), sale price, odometer reading, buyer and seller names and addresses, signatures, and the sale date. Puerto Rico requires notarization.

Are there any active recalls on the Ford Explorer?

Yes. The 2025 Ford Explorer has 18 active recall(s) from NHTSA. The most recent affects the fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors. Check all recalls before completing your sale.

How do I transfer a Ford Explorer title in Puerto Rico?

After completing your bill of sale, both parties should visit the Puerto Rico DMV with the signed title, bill of sale, and required fees ($50 title fee). The buyer applies for a new title and registration. Vehicle transfers are processed at CESCO (Centro de Servicios al Conductor) offices across the island

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