Trailer Hitch Installation for 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

Published 05/07/2021

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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$231.18

ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit

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$176.98

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

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$12.55

2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs

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$15.68

Cushioned Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4-3/4" Rise - 6" Drop - 10,000 lbs

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$99.14

Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span

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Question:

Hi Im interested on the hitch for my 2015 GLA 250 4 MATIC. First is this the right part # C13197 ? The car is in Miami, FL do you folks have any installers that you can refer. Thank you

asked by: Humberto J

Expert Reply:

The Curt # C13197 Class III hitch is a confirmed fit of all 2015 models of the Mercedes-Benz GLA.

I don't have any specific installer recommendations other than our staff at our facility in Wentzville MO, but I'd recommend using a reputable body shop in your area to do the install for you. As you can see in the video I've linked for you, the installation is pretty extensive, involving temporarily removing the rear bumper and fascia as well as the taillight assemblies. A body shop would be well versed on how to do this without damaging anything.

If you'll be towing with the hitch, you'll also need a trailer wiring harness like part # 119250KIT, a ball mount like
# AMSC6, a hitch pin like # PC3 and a trailer ball like # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2 inch.

I've linked to an install video for the hitch and a video showing a typical install for the wiring harness I recommended.