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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

Part Number: C11181

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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 I - 1-1/4" part number C11181 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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CURT Trailer Hitch - C11181

Highlights

Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
Tows up to 2,000 lbs (GTW): Handles small campers, boats, and light utility trailers
Holds up to 200 lbs (TW): Works with ball mounts, bike racks, and cargo carriers for daily use
Bolt-On Installation: Mounts with standard tools using included hardware kit—no welding required
Durable Steel Build: Fully welded, square-tube design provides long-term strength and stability
Gloss Black Powder Coat: Protective base coat and glossy finish resist rust and corrosion

Features to know about

Haul Everyday Loads Without Worry: Class I Strength with a 1-1/4" Receiver

Perfect for light-duty towing or everyday gear hauling, this Curt Class I hitch gives you a 2,000 lb maximum gross trailer weight rating and 200 lb maximum tongue weight. The 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" receiver opening is great for small trailers, cargo platforms, and bike racks. It’s built from fully welded, square-tube steel that feels solid and stays stable whether you’re towing a small camper or carrying bikes to the trailhead.

Install It Yourself in an Afternoon: Bolt-On Design with Precise Fit

You don’t need a lift or welding setup to get this hitch on your car. The custom fit lines up with existing attachment points so you can bolt it right on. It comes with a complete hardware kit and installation instructions, plus there’s no welding required. The precision, robotic-welded design keeps everything aligned so the install goes smoothly using just basic driveway tools.

Keep It Looking Good for the Long Haul: Gloss Black Powder Coat Protection

The gloss black powder coat finish sits over a protective base coat to fight off rust and corrosion. It keeps the hitch looking clean even after exposure to rain and road grime. The concealed cross tube keeps things tidy under the bumper, giving you a low-profile appearance that blends in instead of standing out.

Specs

Dimensions

Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"

Weight and Capacity

Rating: Class I
Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
Maximum tongue weight: 200 lbs

Warranty

Limited lifetime warranty

11181 Curt Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C11181 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

1997 - 2002 Toyota Corolla
1993 - 1996 Toyota Corolla Sedan
1998 - 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
1993 - 1997 Geo Prizm

Customer Satisfaction Score:

86% were satisfied with this product

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14% of customers were not satisfied

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4.6

22 reviews

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by: RJW 11/23/2021

1996 Toyota Corolla

Not nstalled yet, but the order process to delivery was top notch. This is our 3rd order from etrailer and will not be the last!!

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by: Alan 03/24/2026

Very nice and easy bolt on install. It fit perfectly on my 2001 Toyota Corolla.

by: Steve A. 03/02/2015

The Curt Trailer Hitch fit the car well and the install went smoothly. Having hardware supplied for two ways of installing the hitch was good. I used the fishwire to feed the carriage bolts through the 1" hole I drilled and everything went smoothly for the installation.

by: Matthew 04/07/2019

2000 Toyota Corolla

Product is top notch. Instructions could be improved. My car did not have the weldnuts. Instead of cutting a hole and fishing the hardware, I removed the rear bumper. It was easy to install the hitch and then reinstall the bumper. Total time was 2 hours.

by: SteveO 12/17/2014

2001 Toyota Corolla

Best prices on the Web, and VERY quick shipping. I'm very pleased with how quick I was able to receive my parts. AND, I actually received all of the parts that I ordered. Unlike other companies, Etrailer is excellent about ensuring the parts I ordered are sent the first time.

by: Rich at indy 05/14/2014

I needed to remove bumper & cover to install hitch, about 4 hours
including wiring lites. hitch works well & is hardly noticeable

Happy in Indy

by: William 08/25/2021

I am pleased with how quickly the Hitch Receiver was delivered and how easy it was to install the Receiver.
Thank you for your help in making this project an easy deal!

by: Raymond 05/21/2020

1998 Toyota Corolla

Great prices and fast shipping. I have never installed a hitch before. But with the instructions provided in the package. I finished in no time flat.

by: Ron 11/18/2022 One Year Later

Easy to install, slight modification to the bumper guard and it was installed without issue

by: Michael D 05/22/2018

2000 Toyota Corolla

Price and delivery excellent!
installation extremely difficult because Corolla does not provide threaded holes for bolts greatly complicating installation it took me 3 hours to install because of that.

by: Lewis 03/07/2025 One Year Later

It is exactly what I needed

by: Dan 04/30/2014

2000 Toyota Corolla

Solid construction. Pretty clean looking. installation wasnt bad. since a standalone picture of a drawbar is included with this item number I would anticipate it came with it. nope. It does say so below in the description but there should not be a picture of it if it serves no purpose. I would gladly have purchased the drawbar if it it was checkbox as an ad-on. The instructions for universal installation were helpful. i did not drill a hole in the frame per the instructions as it is unnecessary on 2000 corolla. you can access the inside of the frame by removing the bumper which i found pretty easy to do. remove the plastic bumper first if you do this.

by: 96Corolla 10/11/2022 One Year Later

Fits well. Fairly easy to install. Needs trimming of under bumper but no one will see that.

by: Edmond 06/01/2021 One Year Later

Great hitch , been using it for a year with no problems

by: Roger 12/02/2021

Wow i'm very surprise about the efficacity of your services. Thank very much.
In canada the services is defect

by: Zach S 05/20/2020 One Year Later

Works Great

by: Spencer 05/04/2024 One Year Later

by: Duane 08/22/2026

by: John 04/26/2021

2000 Toyota Corolla

by: Sean 07/23/2025

by: Terry 03/27/2021

by: Derrik 05/12/2024

1997 Geo Prizm

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Trailer Hitch Installation Instructions for a 2002 Saturn SL Sedan
I have included a link to the instructions for trailer hitch # C11181 for you to view. On a 2002 Saturn SL sedan there are 7 steps which you will see in the instructions, and I have listed here: 1a.) If vehicle is equipped with tie-down brackets and/or existing weldnuts, remove the brackets from inboard side of the frame rail by removing three M12 bolts, each side. Return tie-down brackets and bolts to vehicle owner for reinstallation if hitch is removed. 1b.) If vehicle is not equipped...
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Trailer Hitch Fit for 1996 or 1997 Toyota Corolla
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11375 is not a fit for your Toyota Corolla. It is a fit for 2014-2016 Scion tC models. The tabs even if they were to fit will not allow that hitch to work on your Corolla. To ensure the vehicle model year, you can have your VIN number checked with your local Toyota dealer. For a 1996 or 1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan, Curt # C11181 is a confirmed fit.
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Does Curt Hitch C11181 Require Drilling to Install
There may be the need to drill 1 inch access holes. Some vehicles this hitch fits use weld nuts, with others you will have to drill access holes to insert carriage bolts and blocks.
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What are the Wire Installation Tools that come in the Parts Kit with Curt Trailer Hitch # C11181
The springs with long tails that came with your Curt Trailer Hitch, item # C11181, are referred to as fishwires or bolt leaders. These are used to install bolts and washers inside of the trailer frame. The way they work is that you attach the bolt, and washer if needed, to the spring looking portion of the fishwire by threading the bolt into the spring and then using the tag end you fish the wire route the wire through an access hole large enough for the bolt and washer to fit through and...
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Parts Needed to Equip 2002 Toyota Corolla For Towing a Small Pop-Up Camper
To equip your Corolla for towing, you'll need to add a hitch, a trailer wiring harness, a ball mount and the properly sized trailer ball. If the trailer doesn't have brakes, this is all you'd need. For a hitch, I'd recommend the Curt Class I hitch, part # C11181. For a wiring harness, use # 119178KIT and for a ball mount, use # C45521 along with a # PC2 hitch pin. For a trailer ball, use # A-80 for a 1-7/8 inch or # A-82 for a 2 inch diameter ball. The camper's coupler will have the necessary...
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Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2001 Toyota Corolla
The hitch I would recommend for your 2001 Toyota Corolla is the Curt part # C11181. It is a class I with a 1-1/4" opening. The most popular platform bike rack we offer that would work great for you is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This rack has a ton of positive reviews from our customers, so I feel very confident recommending it for you. My dad actually has this rack as well and he likes it quite a bit. Check out the review video I attached to the right for more info.
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Bike Rack Recommendation for a 1999 Toyota Corolla
1-1/4 inch hitch accessories that are listed as Class II only physically can't be installed in a Class I hitch as there is a safety device installed in the Class I hitches that prevents a Class II accessory from being installed in it. Check out the FAQ article I attached to the right on hitch classifications and the picture I attached as well. For a similar bike rack that would fit your Class I hitch I would recommend the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This is the most popular rack...
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Trailer Hitch for a 2002 Toyota Corolla for Use with a Swagman XC Platform Bike Rack
The Swagman XC bike rack # S64650 fits both 1-1/4 inch and 2 inch trailer hitches (Class I, II, and III). Curt trailer hitch # C11181 is a Class I trailer hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver so the two are compatible. This hitch does require the use of a stabilization strap, # 18050, for use with a bike rack for Curts warranty.
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Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country
We do carry trailer hitches for your 2001 Chrysler Town and Country but you don't want # C11181. Instead you need to use # C13362. Please note this hitch does not fit Sport models. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount kit does...
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Rhode Gear Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Availability For a 1997 Toyota Corolla
If your 1997 Toyota Corolla has a Class I trailer hitch, then the Rhode Gear Highway 2 Bike Rack, # RG8015220, will fit. This bike rack is economically priced and one of our most popular bike racks. This rack also has a tilt-away feature that will allow you to access your trunk without having to remove the rack. If you will be carrying any womens, childrens or alternative bike frames, then you will also want the Yakima Tube Top Adapter Bar, # Y02531, to keep the bikes stable during the...
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Trailer Hitch and Platform Bike Rack Recommendation for a 1994 Toyota Corolla
For your 1994 Toyota Corolla Wagon the Curt Hitch part # C11181 is a confirmed fit that would work well. If your hooks are on the inside of the trailer frame you would need to remove them to allow this hitch to install, but that wouldn't really be a big deal. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This rack has a ton of positive reviews from our customers who have tried it. Check out the review video...
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Replacement Hardware Kit Recommendation for a Curt Hitch
To order replacement hardware for the Curt hitch part # C11181 all you need is the part # RHK. On the product page you will need to enter the part number for the hitch and select Curt from the drop down menu and we will ship you out the correct install hardware.
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