Does Curt Trailer Hitch C11416 Require Underbody Panel Trimming on 2017 Honda HR-V AWD
Question:
Does the Curt Trailer HitchCode: C11416 installation for the Honda 2017 AWD HR-V require trimming of the underbody panel? Thanks
asked by: Angel
Expert Reply:
For your 2017 Honda HR-V with all wheel drive, you will not be required to trim the underbody panel when installing the Curt Class I Round Tube Receiver Hitch # C11416 referenced in your question. This installation step is only needed on vehicles that have front wheel drive. Just note that the exhaust will need to be temporarily lowered during installation.
This Class I trailer hitch has a 200 pound tongue weight capacity and 2,000 pound towing weight capacity. I have attached an installation video on a 2016 Honda HR-V for you to check out.
Curt requires that all non-trailer loads such as bike racks and cargo carriers be supported with stabilizing straps like # 18050. Failure to do this will void the hitch warranty from the manufacturer. I have attached a video demonstration on this product so you can see how they work.
I have also included a couple of links that will take you to our available selection of Class I bike racks and cargo carriers for you to look through.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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