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  1. Trailer Hitch
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  3. 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
  4. Class II
  5. 3500 lbs GTW
  6. Visible Cross Tube
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2009 Toyota Matrix
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

Part Number: C12289
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Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" part number C12289 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - C12289

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Tows up to 3,500 lbs (GTW): Handles light-duty trailers, campers, and small boats securely.
  • Supports 350 lbs (TW): Works with bike racks, cargo carriers, and Class II towing accessories.
  • Bolt-On Installation: Mounts using standard tools with included hardware—no welding required.
  • Durable Steel Construction: Fully welded, square-tube design built for long-term strength.
  • Gloss Black Powder Coat: Protective base and finish resist rust for lasting clean appearance.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Carry More Gear Without the Strain: Class II Strength with 3,500 lbs GTW

Perfect for light-duty towing and everyday hauling, this Curt Class II trailer hitch receiver gives you a solid foundation for small trailers, cargo carriers, or bike racks. With a 3,500-lb maximum gross trailer weight rating and 350-lb tongue weight capacity, it’s built to handle utility trailers, small campers, or extra cargo with confidence. Its sturdy, square-tube steel construction and precision, robotic welds keep everything steady and secure on the road.

Install It Yourself at Home: Bolt-On Mounting with No Welding Required

You don’t need a lift or special equipment to get this hitch on your vehicle. The bolt-on install design uses included hardware and lines up cleanly without drilling or welding. The fit is custom to your vehicle’s frame, making alignment simple and straightforward for DIY installation in the driveway.

Keep It Looking Good: Gloss Black Powder Coat Resists Rust

The gloss black powder coat finish over a protective base layer doesn’t just look sharp—it helps protect against rust and corrosion. Whether you’re towing through rain or winter road salt, the tough coating stands up to the elements and keeps the hitch looking new.

Ready for Everyday Use: Works with Ball Mounts and Accessories

This 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" receiver accepts standard Class II towing accessories like ball mounts, bike racks, and cargo platforms. Drawbar, pin, and clip are sold separately so you can choose the setup that best fits your needs for trips, hauls, and weekend adventures.

Specs

Receiver Opening

  • Size: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"

Class Rating

  • Rating: Class II

Weight and Capacity

  • Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

12289 Curt Class 2 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C12289 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles




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Ratings & Reviews

4.7

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Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.

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Nice hitch but it was a bear to get lined up correctly.



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excellent product fast delivery.



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The delivery was good and it is properly packaged. I haven't put it on to see if it fits yet. When I do I will get back to you.



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Use it all the time. Excellent product.



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It took little longer than what was on your video cause we bought our van used and it was from D Duluth MN lot of salt on the road there



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worked just fine

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James

9/20/2019

works great



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Perfect fit. I removed 8 bolts and reinstalled them through the hitch and I was done. It could not have been easier to install. Great product!

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Shipment arrived in promptly, product was exactly what I ordered. Videos of installation was extremely helpful.



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Absolutely awesome product, and easy to install.my custom hitch for my Dodge Grand Caravan has outperformed even my expectations.



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The hitch was delivered in a timely manner. And fit perfectly. I will order again when I get a different auto. The true test is when I pulled my trailer loaded with two face cord of oak. No problem.



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One tough little hitch. Like the vehicle it's on, it has outperformed it's specs on more than one occasion. Was an easy install for my mechanic. Would gladly buy more products from etrailer.com



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Great quality, install wasn't bad with 2 people, we did it lying on the ground do that made it tougher. The directions were great and the YouTube video was perfect.

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Peter

4/22/2020

Great! Its as good as it was when new. Great product. So good infact, that I bought another for my Honda Pilot



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Sturdy construction, heavy, clear instructions with one exception. The instructions say the bolts are 10mm and 12mm. In truth, on my 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, they were 15mm and 18mm. Product looks good installed and is a tight fit.

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Keith

6/17/2013

10mm and 12mm is the size of the bolt shank. 15mm and 18mm are the size of the socket needed for the head.

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Patrick B.

6/18/2013

Thank you for the clarification. Good information to have.


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This product was perfect. Very easy to install, and everything lined up like it was suppose to. It looks great on our van. It is very heavy duty.

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Jeff

8/22/2017

Love it!



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I was impressed by the speed and service of Etrailer. The Curt hitch was off slightly, as noted in other posts and did not line up exactly. With some prying and coaxing, we got it installed. And this is DEFINITELY a 2-man job.



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Had to give it a couple bangs to drop it into place (little weld warp, no big deal), but it’s a great solid, well designed hitch.



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Good product fast shipping just as described very satisfied



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Ordered the hitch for an 07 Grand Caravan with Stow-n-Go seats and used the YouTube video to see how they installed it and it helped reassure me that I was ordering the right one. The hitch fit correctly and installed as demonstrated. I was working in a well-equipped farm shop with access to good tools , but not a lift, so I was working laying under the van.

I didn't see anything about the size of the receiver receptical, so I ended up with smaller size than I expected. Might have been my error, or maybe that's what a class II hitch is, don't know. This hitch is on a repurposed state-surplus van purchased to be my field expedient work management platform, which includes using it to tow portable toilets.

Compared to a pickup truck, the van has pretty low ground clearance and I had thought the way the hitch attaches that it would be even worse, but it isn't. It's still higher than the exhaust pipe.

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David

5/22/2021

I find that the hitch framework makes frequent contact with the ground when I enter or exit uneven driveways even without a trailer.



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I bought a Curt trailer hitch for my 2005 Chrysler Town and Country minivan, with Stow and Go seating. I spoke with Kevin from etrailer.com who was very helpful and confirmed the part numbers for the hitch, wiring harness, and drawbar, and took my order. They arrived at my house on the next day.

The parts arrived in two boxes - one large box for the hitch, the other smaller box for the wiring harness and drawbar. The parts were all there, and correct, with installation instructions included. I spent about an hour installing the hitch itself, including jacking up the rear of the van to gain access to the underside, installing the hitch, and letting the car down. The instructions were spot-on. The wiring took less than an hour. I cleaned up and waxed the area behind the tailights, and routed the wiring carefully. The wiring was a perfect fit. Again, the instructions helped considerably.

The free shipping was a selling factor, plus their lowest price pledge saved me a little over $30.00. I am glad I decided to purchase the hitch and accessories from etrailer.com.



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It is a solid, well-built hitch but it had to be modified to fit. In the mount there is a cutout that is designed to fit around a bolt on the frame. The problem is that neither of the cutouts would fit around the bolts. We had to cut both sides out more in order for the hitch to fit. This may be a similar problem with other hitches as well, but don't count on a 30 minute installation and make sure you have a grinder or something to modify this hitch.


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See what our Experts say about this CURT Trailer Hitch

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    Hello Darren, For your 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan with VMI conversion our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98854 might work with some modification since you have the conversion. I suggest that you reach out to a VMI specialist about the install to make sure that it can be done. If you need some wiring to pair it with for some light towing or a hitch mounted accessory you will want the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer...
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  • Hitch To Fit 2005 Dodge Caravan With VMI Modifications
    The Curt Trailer Hitch # C12289 will in fact, fit your 2005 Dodge Caravan SE. The hitch will not interfere with any of the vans VMI modifications as it does not get close enough to the rear axle. Additionally, when the hitch it fully installed it is approximately 12 1/4 inches from the top of the receiver tube opening, to the ground giving you plenty of clearance. To fully ensure that our product will fit your vehicle, it would be a good idea and check the instructions and get underneath...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for 2005 Chrysler Town and Country with Stow-N-Go Seating
    The Curt Hitch - 2" # 13389 fits 2005-2007 Chrysler Town and Countrys with stow-n-go seating. While we do have other brands that fit your vehicle, we unfortunately do not have any models that install with a hidden crosstube. Those other options are the # C12289, and the # e39KR. All of these options have visible crosstubes. Out of all of these hitches, I recommend going with the # 13389 you were looking at. This is because since it is a 2" hitch, it is compatible with a wider range of...
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  • Can 2007 Dodge Caravan with Curt Hitch # C12289 Tow a Car Trailer and Sportscar Weighing 1700-lbs
    According to my research the 2007 Dodge Caravan with Stow-N-Go seats has varying towing capacities depending on the version. The SXT with 3.8L V6 engine has a maximum tow rating of 3800-lbs while the C/V and SE versions with the 3.3L engine have a maximum tow rating of 2000-lbs. The Curt 1-1/4-inch Class II hitch you referenced, part # C12289, itself has a towing capacity of 3500-lbs. We also offer a 2-inch hitch from Curt, part # 13389, which has the same towing capacity. For reference...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2005 Chrysler Town and Country with Stow-N-Go Seats
    Yes, Curt trailer hitch # C12289 will fit your Chrysler Town and Country with Stow-N-Go seats. If you plan on doing some towing the correct ball mount to use is # C45520. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # C40001 and for a 2 inch ball use # C40018. And for trailer wiring use # 118300. I have linked videos showing example installations of the hitch and wiring for you. Curt also says you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for any non-trailer load (such as a bike rack...
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  • What Vehicles Will the Curt Class II Trailer Hitch C12289 Fit
    The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class II # C12289 referenced in your question fits the following vehicles: 2005-2007 Dodge Caravan with Stow-N-Go seats 2005-2007 Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow-N-Go seats 2005-2007 Chrysler Town and Country with Stow-N-Go seats
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  • Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan With Stow-N-Go Seating
    Yes, there is a 2" class III receiver available for your 2006 Dodge Caravan with the Stow-N-Go seating. I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75305. This receiver is rated for 350lbs of tongue weight and 3,500lbs total trailer weight. With a weight distribution hitch ratings are increased to 400lbs of tongue weight and 4,000lbs trailer weight. Be sure to confirm your maximum tow ratings with a Dodge dealer. The Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118300 will...
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  • Should Rear Axle Be Supported When Installing Curt C12289 Hitch On 2006 Chrysler Town and Country
    According to the manufacturer's installation instructions, which I have linked for you at the bottom, it is not necessary to support or lift the rear axle of your vehicle before removing the three 10mm bolts that attach the rear spring shackle to the vehicle's frame. Our in-house installers are lucky to have the convenience of a commercial hydraulic lift. However, custom trailer hitches like the # C12289 you are installing are designed keeping in mind that most customers will be performing...
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