Carr Mega Step for 2" Hitches - Folding - 500 lbs - Mechanical Matte

Part Number: CARR190011

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Mount this flip-up step on your work truck hitch to get instant access to all your cargo and equipment. Durable, non-skid, aluminum step folds down for use and up for storage. Extra-large platform step supports up to 500 lbs. 1-800-940-8924 to order Carr hitch step part number CARR190011 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Carr products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Carr Mega Step for 2" Hitches - Folding - 500 lbs - Mechanical Matte. Hitch Step reviews from real customers.

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Carr Hitch Step - CARR190011

Features:

Folding step mounts in your trailer hitch receiver so you can easily access cargo and equipment
Stainless steel springs allow step to fold up and down
- Flip step down for use and up for storage
Extra-large, non-skid step surface offers sure footing
Heavy-duty backing plate provides strength and security
Sturdy, rustproof aluminum construction with mechanical matte finish
Pin and clip or hitch lock required (sold separately) to secure to hitch
Made in the USA

Specs:

Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
Step platform dimensions: 14" long x 5" wide x 1/2" tall
Mounting plate dimensions: 12" long x 5-3/5" tall x 1/2" deep
Weight capacity: 500 lbs
Limited lifetime warranty

190015 Carr Mega Step for 2" Trailer Hitch Receivers - Mechanical Matte

Replaces 190011

Installation Details CARR190011 Installation instructions

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61 reviews

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by: Jack 07/16/2019

Love it, great strong step.
Needed little grinding on nuts that hold main plate to tongue assembly, they are too close to hitch entry point, make assembly wider! Pin hole barely lined up due to nuts hitting hitch and after grinding nuts slightly hole was barely lined up. Chamfered leading edge of my locking pin and drove it in with hammer, will have to drive out to tow so pain if its on an off a-lot. Gives it a tight e rattle free fit tho!
Don’t expect slip on from package, needs fitting..

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by: Jerry 07/24/2018 One Year Later

Yes, it is expensive..but as the cliche says, "You get what you pay for". This step has performed flawlessly, including the time a 30 pound log rolled out and hit it (open) when I opened the tailgate.
Having seen and tried the cheaper alternatives (which I find small and somewhat less stable that the CARR product), I recommend it.
That said, I have two little issues with it.
1) The foot plate does not stand vertical unless the assembly screws are tightened all the way down. In doing that, moving the foot plate to horizontal then requires two hands, not a foot to push down.
2) The holes in the mounting bracket (where the retainer bolt goes through the hitch receiver) do not line up with my Draw-Tite hitch. if it was drilled about 1/2 inch shorter, the back plate of the step would be tight against the hitch receiver. Currently, it moves slightly, which is a little disconcerting when stepping down from the truck bed with a mountain bike in your hands. Also, wish it was of thicker steel.
Okay, there may be three issues, the CARR symbol looks like a Raiders football team logo, so being from Kansas City, it gets some comments.
Would I buy one again...in a heartbeat. And yes, I do have a locking hitch bolt, otherwise, I would be buying another one due to theft!
Lastly, make sure you put the step up when not is use. If you walk into with your shin, you'll only do that once.

Jerry One Year Later

7/30/2019

Still hanging on! I would recommend it. It’s not the cheapest, but it will probably outlast the truck.

by: John S 03/04/2016 One Year Later

It has worked very well. Very pleased with the product. My kids now have an easier time stepping up into the back of my land cruiser. My only "complaint" is that it doesn't fit perfectly tight in the hitch and will rotate very slightly. But, I have never had a problem with it rattling when I drive. Would definitely purchase again.

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by: Pete B. 09/20/2017

I received this receiver step yesterday, installed it this morning on my P.U. truck. It will let me step up & put things over the tailgate without having to get a step stool. Then I can fold the step up so I don't hit my shin when I walk past the rear of the truck. It also looks nice.

Pete B. One Year Later

9/20/2018

I still like it very much.

by: Angela 06/21/2018 One Year Later

I didn't use for the intended purpose. I used it for the first step off our pool deck into the pools steps. Works great.

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by: David F 06/11/2019 One Year Later

I've now had this about a year. I did have to shim it up to keep it from rattling in the hitch, but overall I’m very happy with it. No issues with it folding up and down. I don’t keep it on 24/7 but I do take it with me several times a year when I go camping, it gets covered in mud and still has enough friction on the step itself to not feel slick at all and the folding mechanism seems to have held up just fine. I tend to sort of "land" on it when I'm getting out, I'm 240 lbs and it seems solid. I would buy it again.

by: william love 07/26/2019 One Year Later

The insert of the step into the hitch was very loose. I had to drive two small nails between the insert and hitch holder which means the step is almost permanent and would require a hammer to remove. The insert needs to be a square and shims should be provided to secure in place.

by: Ray C 11/22/2013

This product arrived in good shape and was just as advertised.

This step is being used on a 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van with the factory hitch. Installed easy and works perfect for getting in an out of the back doors.

by: Myron 12/03/2017

First of all let me say that this step is well engineered and very well built. I only have two concerns. Number one, I found the spring retainer screws were loose. Upon fighting them I found the step would not stay folded. There was no tension on the spring. The screws needed to be left somewhat loose in order for the spring to engage the step. To solve this problem so the screws would not work themselves out I installed a lock nut on each screw. The second concern was the fit into my hitch receiver. This I solved by adding some shims until the fit was satisfactory. Overall I am pleased with the looks and function of the step.

by: Edward R. 07/21/2018

As always, Carr makes a very good product. Had Carr Super Hoops on my previous truck and never had a problem. However, if Carr could make one slight improvement on the Mega Step, it should be to make the part that slips into the receiver, so that it would be just a bit more snugly fit. It has a little wiggle room when installed, allowing the step to have a bit of side to side movement. Nothing major, just a bit annoying. I plan to insert a shim to tighten the installation for my satisfaction. All in all, a good product.

by: Monty 01/10/2020

The fit in the receiver is kind of sloppy so it is going to cause a rattle when driving. The countersink for the assembly bolt holes does not match the angle of the shoulder of the bolt supplied. When you tighten the mounting bolts the head distorts thus locking the allen wrench in the bolt head. This makes the allen wrench extremely difficult to remove from the bolt. Times 4 bolts. I would buy another but only if I needed the ability to fold up so my truck will fit in a garage, or to keep my wife from running into the step.

by: Chris D. 11/18/2013

Very solid construction and great quality. One issue is that the bar that goes into the receiver should be longer to accommodate vehicles that have the receiver deeper under the rear bumper. I have a 2011 Mercedes Benz GL-450 and at the first set of holes the step is not fully locked in the upright position, it rests against the bump cover. I can accept this but not for $135. Carr does not carry a longer bar.

by: Philip 01/09/2018 One Year Later

Great product. Versatile , compatible with all step stool combos in either the up or down position.

Philip One Year Later

1/9/2019

Grear product. Still pleased

by: Jere 08/28/2019

THE ONLY ITEM THAT WAS NOT UP TO PAR WAS THE FIT INTO THE RECEIVER, IT
WAS NOT A TIGHT FIT AND WILL RATTLE WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING. IN READING
REVIEWS, I NOTICED THIS SAME COMPLAINT. I WOULD SUGGEST RE-ENGINERING
THE PART THAT FITS THE HITCH RECEIVER TO HAVE A MORE SNUG FIT, THEN IT
WOULD BE PERFECT.

by: Jackson S. 03/01/2017

Well made and sturdy. Haven't had a chance to use it much yet. Make sure to check the two small spring screws when you install. Both of mine were loose. Only minor complaint is it could be a tighter fit in the hitch. Mine wobbles around quite a bit.

by: Robert 12/31/2020

The Carr Mega Step went on easily. Works perfect. The people at Etrailer were great. They were very efficient and always replied to my questions immediately. They didn't say "oh you have to talk to so and so about your order". They referred to my order immediately.
Thank you,
Bob in Houston, Tx.

by: Glenn G. 02/21/2017

This step is very sturdy! The textured surface prevents slipping in wet/muddy conditions. I liked it so much that I bought another one! The customer service from etrailer is terrific!

Thanks Guys

by: Dan 02/02/2019 One Year Later

it works very well for my application..i mounted it on the front bumper of my motorhome so i could stand on it to wash the winshield. with the license mounted on the other side...thank you

by: John M 09/15/2020 One Year Later

Thing worked great. It is rugged and doesn't get in the way of things and can easily be taken off the truck when I a not using the camper. I am happy

by: William Hannum 12/08/2014

Great on our service trucks to reach ladders and conduit rack.Very well built

by: Ronnie D. 02/01/2017

Fits into the receiver nicely and seems to be well made. The only thing I wonder about is if the small screws holding the tension clip will stay in place over a period of time.

by: Brian333 08/05/2020 One Year Later

Wish i would have bought it a long time ago. Working out great.

by: Randal H 05/04/2018

I received my step (product cart 190011) today.
I put it together easily in 5 min. This is one heavy duty fold up step.I am very impressed with the quality.
I am a large man and it supports me fine, and makes getting things out of the back of my truck much easier

by: Laurence 01/05/2024

First class strong construction

by: Lee ann 12/27/2018

Great product. What I was looking for.

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