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Transform your Ford Fiesta into a towing machine with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver. Specifically designed to fit your Fiesta with precision, this custom-fit Class I hitch boasts a 1-1/4 inch receiver tube opening. Say goodbye to compatibility worries, whether you're towing a small utility trailer or using a bike rack. Its sleek, round-tube design isn’t just about looks; it blends seamlessly with the vehicle's aesthetic.
Worried about rust? The Curt Trailer Hitch resolves that with a durable gloss black powder coat finish layered over a protective base coat, offering superior resistance against rust and harsh weather. Designed to last, this robust hitch ensures your towing adventures won’t be cut short by corrosion, maintaining its strength and great looks over the years.
No need for complicated welding – this hitch promises an easy, bolt-on installation with no extra modifications necessary. Slide it into place, follow the straightforward instructions, and you’re ready to roll. You'll appreciate the included complete hardware kit and the practicality of this simple process, even if it’s your first time installing a hitch.
For those tackling light-duty towing, this hitch can handle a Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) of up to 1,500 lbs and a Tongue Weight (TW) of 150 lbs. It's perfect for those small but important towing jobs, ensuring safety and reliability whether you're moving cargo or heading out on a camping adventure.
Non-supported loads like bike racks won’t be a burden anymore. The Curt receiver requires the use of a stabilizer strap for increased stability during transport, adding a layer of safety for both the towed items and you. Ride with the peace of mind that your gear is secured and your hitch performs as expected.
A product built with care, this hitch is proudly assembled in the USA. It reflects quality engineering and craftsmanship, giving you the confidence to hitch up and hit the road. With the experience of etrailer's technicians backing it, you're equipped with a hitch made by professionals who are as passionate about towing as you are.
Very pleased with the hitch. Shipping was quick. The hitch was much heavier than I anticipated. Bolted right up and is sturdy and stable. I will use it mostly for a bike rack and occassionally for a small trailer. The instructions for trimming the heat shield were very unclear. I installed this on a 2011 Ford Fiesta and after a test fit I saw no reason to trim the heat shield. Hitch went right where it should. Ran wiring under side along the brake lines. All works great.
Easy install. No issues so far. I’m also using it as a tow hook when I go to the track.
Great little rack that does it's job. 4/5 due to two factors, one being its maximum 150lbs rating & two for being positioned DIRECTLY behind the stock exhaust on the 2017 Fiesta ST.
We used this to driving across the country (Seattle, WA > Norfolk, VA) and it worked great, after wrapping our suitcase that was directly behind the exhaust in some heat resistant insulation. It did Melt the canvas tarp slightly but after the insulation, the suitcase was fine.
Definitely was a lifesaver for space, with three adults, a chihuahua and 17lb cat being in the car for 45 hours, over the span of 5 days.
Would recommend but ideally engineers would have caught and either stated a disclaimer in the product details, or change the position of the hitch receiver further way from the exhaust.
I am very happy with the products and service .
I pull this trailer with my Harley also.
Mackenzie did a great job helping me pick out
Correct wiring harness ..
Assembly was was no problem .
Roy M.
4/24/2022
Great
Very solid and well made hitch for my '17 Fiesta ST. Easy to install, especially with the instructional video on YouTube on eTrailer's channel. The hitch hides away under the bumper for the most part and matches the aesthetic of the car. Works well with my Swagman bike rack.
One very important thing to note is that the muffler WILL bump around on hard turns and rough roads with the stock exhaust hanger. I didn't cut the heat shield as directed during the installation, which may be part of the issue. However, installing the Cobb exhaust hangers (see last picture), which are much stiffer than stock, resolved the issue without cutting the shield. If you have an ST, make sure to grab those as well and get it all installed at once.
Well made easy to install with instructions/videos.
After installation my muffler (ST model) contacted the hitch while driving causing loud noise from the contact. I bought urethane exhaust hangers (Cobb) to replace the soft stock hangers, and everything is great.
Jeffrey
4/15/2024
The urethane exhaust hangers are still doing the job. I’ve not had any noise issues due to contact between the muffler and the hitch since installing them.
I purchased this hitch specifically for a bike rack. I was a bit nervous at first since I've never fished wired anything before. The install was extremely simple if you read the directions. I finished in less than an hour. Do recommend the stiffer exhaust hanger kit if you're intent on an ST but its fine without it.
My receiver fit perfectly, it only took an hour or so to install and the videos and printed instructions really helped too. Thanks!
I'm excited to put this hitch receiver to use with my bike rack and a small motorcycle trailer! Having this installed on my car will give me the ability to not have to disassemble my bicycle when i want to go ride out of town, and now I'll be able to haul one of my motorcycles in a pinch, too. Everything fit just right. The hitch receiver tucks away underneath the car a lot better than i thought it would. Installation was about an hour with common tools and only one hiccup (user/installer error) that the paper instructions would've helped me avoid if i had reviewed them prior to installation. I'd recommend keeping a strong magnetic tool nearby in case you have to fish out a bolt and an adapter from the frame rail like i did. The installation instructions are clear, the installation video on the etrailer website is a huge help. My only gripe is that the muffler contacts the hitch receiver assembly occasionally during driving, even after replacing the 2 rearmost OEM muffler hangers with stiffer aftermarket hangers. this is a common and solvable issue for my car that i didnt put enough effort into avoiding prior to installation. replacing the other 2 OEM hangers will likely do the trick
Pretty straight forward install. Did not have a lift and just installed it by myself in the garage. Used a jack and some jack stands slid the hitch under with it laying on top of the box it was shipped in. Fishing the bolts through was the most difficult part. Base model Ford Fiesta hatchback. Also installed the curt wiring set which was easy as well
This hitch fit perfectly and was fairly easy to install. Anyone with basic mechanical skills could install this hitch.
Good fitment, clears my Cobb exhaust. Could have purchased "elsewhere" but this is my 2nd trailer hitch bought from etrailer.com, highly recommended!
Very easy to install, took me about 1hr, not more than that, great and help full instructions.
Very easy install, had it installed in less than 1/2 hour by myself
Works well for my bike racks. I had to add a stiffer muffler bracket to keep it from hitting the hitch.
this is the second hitch receiver we have bought and installed on our cars. in both cases, we used etrailer instructions and watched the youtube videos showing how to do the job. the results have been great! it makes us look like real professionals. thanks. Curt
D_carto
11/24/2014
is there any potential problems related to the chassis of the car? Im planning to use this with a bike rack for two bikes and 30 lbs each. is it to much for a small cars chasis?
Rachael H.
11/25/2014
Curt Y.
7/8/2015
we have been using our hitch for a year, and have experienced no problems. it is solid and safe.
Installation was as easy as advertised. Thank you!
Hitch fits great on my 2019 Fiesta ST. Only issue is that the muffler to hitch clearance is a bit tight so it will bang over bumps in the road, I’ve ordered aftermarket hangers to fix this.
Shipped faster than expected and I was able to get it installed by myself in about 30 minutes.
Tip: use a floor jack to support one side of the hitch while you align the bolts to the holes in the hitch.
Thomas M.
12/31/2021
I have attached an article to help with the exhaust rattling against the hitch.
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Super easy install works great.
Installed on 2014 Ford Fiesta ST
Many positives:
- Does a good job holding my bike rack
- Was easy to install
- After 1 salty michigan winter there isn't any rust showing.
The only negative is that the stock exhaust will hit against the hitch and make noise. I upgraded all of my exhaust hangers to help with this, and it did help but if i hit a bump in the road i can still hear it.
I've learned to live with it because i do like having the ability to put my bike on the back of the car.
Excellent build quality and highly recommended. Coatings appear to be very durable after a year. On a 2016 Fiesta ST, it is a very tight fit with respect to the exhaust with my after-market hangers, but no rattles and solid. I was expecting to do more rental trailering, but mostly use it for a hitch mounted bicycle carrier.
Summary: high quality product at a reasonable price. Really about all you can ask for.
Awesome product. I have it installed on my 2017 Fiesta ST and couldn't be happier. I pull a 4x7 steel trailer with it with absolutely no issues. I have hauled a motorcycles, as well as a load of trash for the dump, and the hitch has no issues.
Very easy to install, especially if you have a muffler delete, or an aftermarket exhaust with no rear muffler.
This trailer hitch works great for towing a small trailer with my kayak behind a Ford Fiesta ST. I only had one small issue after installing it. The muffler would bang against the hitch on bumpy roads or hard turns. So I took of the rear-most muffler hanger off and went to the auto parts store and asked them if they had a hanger just like it that was half an inch longer. They found one, I installed it, and that fixed the problem.
The hitch is well designed. I would however, like to see it about 1/2" higher so that instead of it hanging 3/4" below the bumper it would hang 1/4" below the bumper. Also I would like to see (4), instead of (2), fish wires included in the installation kit. I had to pull the fish wires off the first two screws, (they can't just be unscrewed), so that they could be reused on the last (2) screws. The wires had to be reshaped with a pliers to be used on the last (2) screws. I saw no reason to cut off part of the exhaust heat shield. It simply is not in the way. The wiring kit # C56191 was the easiest wiring kit I've ever installed. This installation was done on a 2019 Ford Fiesta Hatchback.
Simple, easy and quick to install... Make sure you buy aftermarket exhaust hangers as the muffler on the ST will hit the bracket..
Brian
10/15/2019
Year later - still working great for my bike rack, no issues at all
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John K.
4/11/2013
What is the heat shield?I have limited auto skills. Who normally installs these? Local Ford dealership do not do this. They would give me no reason. Are there potential problems?