Will Hitch Installation Void Warranty on 2019 Mini Countryman
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Hi! My dealer is saying that if I mount this, I am negating my warranty as they have had problems with others mounting bike racks and such to the Mini Countryman that was not intended to pull anything. I would only be putting my bike rack on the car once a month or so and the rack and two bikes weigh less than 100 lbs.... Thoughts? Its the deciding factor as to whether I buy a Mini or not. COUNTRYMAN S ALL4 is what I am considering.. I dont have any other cars that I am interested in at moment.
asked by: Kimberly
Expert Reply:
Vehicle owners are protected when installing aftermarket items on their vehicles by the Federal Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act. This act states, in part, that unless the installation and the part caused a problem then the warranty cannot be voided. I recommend looking it up online. Also, it is not unusual for an auto dealership to discourage use of an aftermarket product that costs less than their dealer-installed option.
We offer two hitches for the 2019 Mini Countryman, as long as it is NOT the John Coooper Works model. They are Curt's 1-1/4-inch model # C11522 and EcoHitch 2-inch model # 306-X7387. Both are no-drill products but both do require a fairly involved installation that is best left to a professional. Pro install time will be about 2 hours; for a DIY install figure on 3 hours.
With either hitch installed I strongly recommend using a support strap # 18050 or a similar items to help steady the bike rack in the hitch. This will reduce some of the stresses on the car. Curt requires its use with their hitch # C11522 but it is still a good idea for any hitch on a very lightweight vehicle.
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EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
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- 300 lbs TW
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Dave P.
6/27/2020
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