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

Part Number: C11386

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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 C11386 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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CURT Trailer Hitch - C11386

Highlights

Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
Tows up to 2,000 lbs (GTW): Handles small trailers and light-duty towing tasks safely
Holds up to 200 lbs (TW): Works with compatible bike racks, carriers, and Class I accessories
Bolt-On Installation: Mounts using included hardware—no welding required for setup
Durable Steel Build: Fully welded, square-tube design provides lasting strength and stability
Gloss Black Powder Coat: Protective base coat finish resists rust and corrosion over time

Features to know about

Add Carrying Power for Light-Duty Jobs: Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver

This Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver gives your vehicle the ability to tow small trailers or carry accessories without overdoing it. With a 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" receiver opening, a 2,000-lb gross trailer weight rating, and a 200-lb tongue weight rating, it’s built for compact towing setups and light-duty hauling. It’s a solid choice for things like small utility trailers, cargo carriers, or lightweight bike racks that stay secure and steady on the road.

Built Strong for Everyday Use: Fully Welded Steel Construction

The hitch is made from sturdy, square-tube steel that’s precision welded by robot for consistent strength and a reliable fit. The gloss black powder coat finish sits over a protective base coat to fend off rust and keep it looking clean. It’s designed to handle regular use—whether you’re hauling gear to the job site or taking bikes out for a weekend ride—without flexing or corrosion getting in the way.

Simple Bolt-On Install: Custom Fit with No Welding Required

Everything about this hitch is made to make installation straightforward. It’s a custom-fit design built specifically for the vehicle frame it mounts to, so the bolt holes line up right where they should. The hardware kit and instructions are included, and there’s no welding needed—just basic tools and some patience in the driveway. Once it’s mounted, you’re ready to attach a drawbar, pin, and clip (sold separately) and get moving.

Specs

Receiver Opening

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

Class Rating

Rating: Class I

Weight and Capacity

Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
Maximum tongue weight: 200 lbs

Warranty

Limited lifetime warranty

11386 Curt Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C11386 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

2004 - 2009 Mazda 3

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41 reviews

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by: Tight fit but it works. 04/03/2024

2009 Pontiac Trans Sport Van

Installed on a 2009 Mazdaspeed 3. No difference in chassis design but bumper cover clearance is very tight. Frame rail mounting points were pushed in on the hitch but, considering the condition UPS delivered it in, I’ll assume it happened in transport.

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by: Robert 03/24/2026 One Year Later

Great deal great product!

by: Michael 07/28/2021 One Year Later

We purchased the hitch for a 2007 Mazda 3 to mount a bicycle rack. The instructions were clear. The hitch fit perfectly. The installation took about an hour with minimal tools. The hitch has performed as expected for the last year and we are happy with the purchase. We recently decided to use the hitch to tow a small trailer for camping so we purchased the Curt 4-poll vehicle wiring harness kit for the Mazda from etrailer as well.

by: Nick 11/12/2020

etrailer was spot-on about the fit for our car and gave great advice when we called. We had our mechanic install the hitch receiver and we found that to be a good deal when we added it on to an oil change visit (he said it went smoothly; he found it easer to remove the bumper of the car to avoid having to thread the bolts, but that's not necessary if you're doing this at home). Good results after 5,000 miles of use.

by: Mark 07/17/2021

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Mark One Year Later

7/18/2022

Still happy after a year.

by: Dafne 04/26/2023

Bought this for my 2008 Mazda3 Hatchback and combined it with the Curt cargo box that fits the 1-1/4" size. I fit several bags back there as part of a cross-country move. It was so helpful still being able to access the trunk while also getting more capacity out of my car. Zero issues with the hitch! My mechanic installed it for me so I can't speak to the ease of installation.

by: BP 06/26/2013

2008 Mazdaspeed 3: Make sure to have a 1/2" drill bit ready to enlarge the existing holes in the cars frame. As much of a pain as it is, I HIGHLY recommend removing the rear bumper, it makes visualization and access A LOT easier. Mazdaspeed 3 has a different shaped rear skirt which makes it tough to get access to everything. Once the bumper is off installation is nice and easy. Work slowly with the provided wire to run the bolts, pulling too hard causes it to stretch out and makes installing the other bolts a bit more difficult. Installed hitch feels extremely sturdy and fits perfectly. Nice and hidden, you can barely see it.

by: Peter 03/21/2018

2007 Mazda 3

Hitch fit well and video instructions were very helpful.

Removed one star because the installation would have been much easier if 2 7/16-14 fish-wires were included with the hitch (only one is included). The video recommends having two, and provides the P/N to order an additional...I didn't watch the video until I went to install so I had to make do with one.

Do yourself a favor and order a 2nd fish-wire if you order this hitch. The few dollars will save much installation headache.

A plastic pin body fastener tool would also be handy to have to remove the bumper support fasteners without damaging them.

by: Brian 03/30/2020

The people at etrailer.com we’re very helpful and knowledgeable. The hitch worked out very well but as DIY project was a bit over my head hence the 4 instead of 5 stars. I needed to drill out some excising holes which my drill was unable to do. A local shop did the work for $75 which was a deal! etrailer also honored their lowest cost policy offering the difference plus 10%. This hitch was required for a bike rack. I would recommend this company to everyone!! Thank you

by: Sean 06/21/2019

2008 Mazda 3

The hitch is well constructed, and the fit was spot on. etrailer's instruction video was well produced and made the install process easy. In practice, the "3X" rule applies here - the estimate was 40 minutes, but in typical DIY fashion, it actually took about 2 hours. This was mostly because we were making do with less than ideal tools for some of the steps. Even with the extra time, it was an easy install - you don't have to move the tailpipe, and I'd much rather drill out a few holes like this process required than attempt to deal with rusted/seized weld nuts.

I've bought several hitches over the years from etrailer - you all are a great company to work with. Only suggestion I'd have is on your packaging. Every one of the hitches I've bought ended up with at least one piece that punched through the outside of the cardboard box. Maybe it's a non issue, since in every case there was no discernible damage to the protruding bit. Still, you probably could avoid this by taping some reinforcement over the likely penetration points.

by: Jess 06/06/2015

2008 Mazda 3

Fits perfectly on our 2008 Mazda 3 and tucks away nicely under the bumper. Could have used a 2nd wire to recess both end bolts simultaneously as the kit only came with 1 wire, but with 2 sets of hands and a big set of tools it was doable at home. Can't wait to throw the bike rack on it!

by: Ben 08/17/2022

2006 Mazda 3 sedan. Works great. Went on fairly easy.

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by: John B. 03/14/2014

Havnt had a chance to install. But fast shipping And product looks great.

John B. One Year Later

3/14/2015

Excellent. The installation was easy and fast.

by: Steven 08/22/2022 One Year Later

I installed this hitch on a Mazda 3 for a bike rack. It's amazing! Great product!

by: Brian 04/22/2022

2008 Mazda 3

This was an easy transaction. All the information was there and easy to understand. The videos that they had for the hitch and wiring harness I purchased were very helpful. Everything arrived right on time and just as it was supposed to be. Everything was spot on with my parts and experience!!

by: Sherry 07/11/2019

2004 Mazda 3

Ordered product on Sunday parts arrived on Wednesday. Installed in less than 25 Min.
Very easy task anyone could install this hitch. And best price on the internet. Will definitely order all my towing accessories from etrailer.com . If I could give a 10 I would very satisfied customer.

by: Les H 01/15/2017

Mazda 3

The hitch was put on my Mazda 3 on Friday. It looks great. I should receive my new bike rack this week to test it out.

by: Mac 10/10/2021 One Year Later

Great hitch, easy to install. Slight rust around the insertion point but that's to be expected

by: Anthony C 06/21/2022

The service and product is great! This is the second hitch I purchased from etrailer and the experience has always been great! The prices are equal or better than [online store] and the service is as good or even better. With etrailer, I know I am getting the correct product every time.

by: Charles 05/21/2020

Everything was great . Ordering, Shipping, the fit, accessories for hook up, the diagram and not to mention the price was right! and free shipping. Wow! I'll sure pass the word. Thanks: Charles , Cypress Texas P.S. If you want to do any better , you'll need to send someone to hook it up.

by: Mike 09/08/2019

2004 Mazda 3

Easy to install and works great. The shipping was not done too well and parts of the product we're sticking out of the box. I ended up clear coating these spots so they wouldn't rust.

by: Justin 06/19/2023

The hitch receiver came with everything I needed to install it except for the socket in the ratchet. Took about 30 minutes to install it. Great product.

by: Byron 02/28/2025

Good well made hitch. Fast delivery!!!

Victoria H.

2/28/2025

Thanks for the feedback Byron! What are you mounting on the hitch?

by: granadacoder 09/04/2022

This worked on my 2007 Mazda 3 Sedan.

A few notes.

I was able to install it without bumper cover removal. But I can appreciate how removing the bumper cover would make it a little easier.

The drilling of existing holes was the typical metal drilling situation. If you drill too fast and do not use cutting oil, you may overheat and damage the bit. Drilling metal is not the same as drilling wood. (Over) heating is the enemy of metal drilling. It's not super difficult if you follow the rules. Drilling was the most physically demanding part of the job. Holding a drill over your head for a long time gets old.
Drilling can also be a "knuckle breaker" if/when the drill gets hung up on the metal. Especially right before it finally "breaks through" to the other side.

If you intend to install alone:
I would personally recommend getting THREE guide "fish" wires. 2 for upper bolts and one for lower bolts (but you can start the lowers one at a time).

If you have a friend, I recommend 2 or 3 fish wires.

I would also recommend having a tool used to remove plastic panel holders, like used to remove door panels.

One, there are plastic holders that hold the bumper cover to the bottom of the car, under the trunk. Two, this same tool is a good way (I guess you could try needle nose pliers at this step too) to hold the bolt in place (the bolt(s) that come with the hitch to secure the hitch to the car frame)
What I mean is ~~~the trickiest part~~~ of the install is the moment you've fished the bolt through the frame and (right after) you remove the fish wire from the bolt.. to start the nut on the bolt. This is where you can "lose" the bolt back inside the bumper. Dropping the bolt back inside the bumper means a very bad day.

So after I fished the bolt thru the bumper and through the hole of the hitch .. right before I unscrewed the fish-wire, I used the (plastic nut removal tool) to hold the metal bolt in place as I removed the fish-wire and started the nut. Those precious moments between the fish-wire-off-the-bolt and before you've started the nut is where you can drop the bolt inside the bumper.

Ok. So I suggest STARTING the nut install with 2 or 3 turns on each bolt, and get all 4 nuts started before tightening completely the nuts. This is especially important on the upper bolts/nuts.

Fyi, the receiver is purposely about 3/8 inch to a 1/2 inch narrower than the space it is occupying. This is to allow some wiggle room to get it into place. As you tighten the nuts on the bolts, this tightening will pull the walls of the bumper (slightly) towards the receiver for a tight fit.

This "width wiggle room" is also why you should only START the nuts before final tightening especially on the upper bolts/ nuts. If you tighten the first upper bolt/nut combo too much, you'll have a much harder time starting the nut on the second upper bolt/nut. I think this is why some other reviews are saying "the receiver is too narrow". Those reviews are not considering the small movement of the bumper support rail walls.

I used blue lock tite. Remember that stuff makes things a tad slippery.

Overall it was a straight forward install.

There is a video online about the install. Makers of the video, please consider adding a "slow down some" portion on pushing the fish-wire through the bumper and screwing the bolt (and metal tab with the square hole) into/into the fish-wire. I know the makers of the video have done it a thousand times. Most of us are first time fish wire users.

by: Mark 05/20/2018

2005 Mazda 3

Perfect fit and customer service was amazing!

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