Is the 2019 Honda CR-V Hands Free Tailgate Sensor Relocation Kit from Honda Required with Hitch?

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I have seen conflicting information on the ability to continue to use hands free tailgate with the drawtite hitch. I do not want to have to move sensor as would be needed with curt or etrailer hitch. I would elect to not have a hitch if I knee hands free could not work with the draw tite hitch. Any further information one way or another?

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For your 2019 Honda CR-V, when you install a trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite # 76128 you may have issues with the function of the hands free lift gate due to the sensor locations. We have had customers that have had very little issues with the function once they found a specific location where the sensor still worked and chose not to use the relocation harness for 2017-2019 models #08U59-TLA-100A from Honda.

If you determine that you want to do that relocation for full function, then you will need to remove the bumper shell and follow the instructions I'll email you separately. Unfortunately we do not yet have any videos of the installation of that kit.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Otis

1/24/2019

I have seen conflicting information on the ability to continue to use hands free tailgate with the drawtite hitch. I do not want to have to move sensor as would be needed with curt or etrailer hitch. I would elect to not have a hitch if I knee hands free could not work with the draw tite hitch. Any further information one way or another?

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Jason S.

1/24/2019

We have had customers that have had no issues with the hands free function still working, but it will be restricted to certain areas without adding the relocation kit. If it were me, I'd install the hitch and then test where it works so you will know where it will work every single time so you don't get caught with an armload of stuff kicking all over the place in a panic. I haven't had anyone say there was no spot where that hands free function worked. Most people did not opt for the relocation system cost for slightly more convenience. I think you'll be happy with the Draw-Tite hitch.

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Answer 1

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 2

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76128 which is a fit for your 2018 Honda CR-V weighs approximately 30 lbs. It will work with the Hands-Free Liftgate feature but a sensor relocation kit which is available through Honda will be…

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Answer 3

When installing a trailer hitch on a 2018 Honda CR-V like the Draw Tite part #76128 that you referenced Honda states that the hands free liftgate will be blocked and they do offer a relocation harness for this as the Power Liftgate Sensor Relocation…

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Answer 4

Yes, we do have a hitch that will fit your 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring. It is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver item #306-X7345. This hitch is custom fit and bolts directly to your CR-V's frame with included hardware. If you look…

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Answer 5

For your 2018 Honda CR-V the Curt trailer hitch part #C13397 is the hitch I recommend as only the hitch opening will be visible under the rear bumper of the vehicle and because it has great towing capacities. What you'll need to do is remove the…

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Answer 6

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12169 and the #C13397 have both been confirmed by Curt to fit the new 2023 Honda CR-V. This is most likely due to while they have updated the interior and exterior of the 2023 model year it is likely on the same…

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Answer 7

In regards to using the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13397 on a 2023 Honda CR-V, you may still be able to use the hands free life gate feature but you would be limited to areas away from the receiver. That said, if you are unhappy with the…

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Answer 8

Yes, we have confirmed that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12169 will fit your 2023 Honda CR-V Touring Hybrid. This is a Class II hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver. If you would rather have the additional tongue weight capacity, and be able to use…

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Answer 9

We have a couple of trailer hitch receivers that fit your 2023 Honda CR-V hybrid, which I'll go ahead and list for you: - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98848 - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13397 The only difference between these two hitches…

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Answer 10

The etrailer Hitch item #e98848 is made by Curt. However, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397 for your 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It fits all models of the CR-V…

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Answer 11

As of April 2023 we have not yet had a chance to install the #C13397 on a 2023 Honda CR-V. However, we have installed this on a 2022 which will be the same process. I have attached the installation video below, along with the written instructions for…

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Answer 12

Yes, the trailer hitch receivers for the 2023 Honda CR-V fit the hybrid model as well. There are no differences for the hybrid hitch since all of the available options fit all models. If I were to recommend one it would be the etrailer Trailer Hitch…

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