2022 Mazda 3 Hatchback Rear Diffuser Fitment with Curt Trailer Hitch
Updated 06/28/2025 | Published 04/03/2023 >
Question:
2022 Mazda 3 Hatchback Answers include a 2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback with Rear Diffuser Would it be the same answer for a 2022 Mazda 3 Hatchback with a Rear Diffuser? Looks to me like the Diffuser on the 2022 has a different shape than on the 2019? Part is C98BR Couple of pictures included thanks
asked by: Jon M
Expert Reply:
According to my research the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C98BR will fit your 2022 Mazda 3 with the rear diffuser, but you'll likely need to trim it up a little to keep the hitch from pushing up on that diffuser.
We haven't had any reports of someone installing this with the rear diffuser so I can't speak to how much you might need to be trimming, but from the pictures you sent in and what the manufacturer has the clearance is really tight.

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
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T.jackson
6/28/2025
Hello, I'd like to know what did Jon M. end up doing for his Mazda. I also have the same situation.