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

Part Number: C11701
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Sedan - excluding Sport Package

Wagon - E55 AMG

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The best technical support and full trailer hitch installation instructions. Great price E-Class trailer hitch and expert service. Mercedes-Benz E-Class, 2005 trailer hitch by CURT are available from etrailer.com. For expert service call 1-800-940-8924 to order your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" part number C11701, or order online at etrailer.com.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

  • Class I
  • 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
  • 2500
  • Concealed Cross Tube
  • 250
  • CURT
  • Custom Fit Hitch

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


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Drawbar, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA, bolts overseas


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
  • Rating: Class I
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 200 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty



etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



11701 Curt Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C11701 Installation instructions
Weight Carrying Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
2,500 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
250 lbs.


Weight Distribution Capacity
Hitch does not allow
use of weight distribution



Manufacturer Estimated Installation Time

Tech Tip

Hitch does not fit models with Sport Package. Drilling through vehicle frame required for installation , Trunk access required for hitch installation



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Customer Satisfaction Score:

Ratings & Reviews

4.7

31 reviews
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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Mercedes-Benz

The kit fit perfectly on my Mercedes Benz W211. All is working fine



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The hitch is well built and easy to install. It doesn't detract from the vehicles appearence.

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Justin N.

7/13/2014

David,Do you by any chance have pictures of what the hitch look like installed in your vehicle?



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2003 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

Easy Installation without moving nothing from my car the only think is that's you gonna need a tiny drill
Thank again etrailer



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2005Mercedes-BenzE-Class

Perfect fit!! Great hitch



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Mercedes-Benz

I've towed racing sailboats for many years, mostly with European automobiles. Needed the hitch later this month so I could pick up a "new" one I just bought . This install was the second easiest out of the 6th I've done myself. High quality kit fits great. Even though Curt says the C11701 doesn't work on my 2008 Mercedes E350 4Matic Sedan Sport, I had absolutely no problems. The Tekonsha light converter was a snap too. Certainly lots better than the old days when I had to jury-rig the trailer lighting to match the car. Finally, your service was super. Couldn't be happier. Thanks!

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George S.

6/12/2018

Great hitch in use. Zero problems



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2006 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

Easy to install looks great!



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Ford Edge

Great hitch. Installed easy. Didn't have to totally remove bumper just disconnect rear lower edge and load hitch in a zig zag way. Much better than messing with your bodywork. etrailer service poor. Hitch arrive in busted up box half hanging out all scratched up and the etrailer solution was we'll give you the cost of a rattle can of paint to fix the oven baked on powder coat finish. So i'll use and abuse etrailer for information and buy elsewhere.



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Needle to lower exhaust on both sides to drill hole through sub frame and it was difficult to get drill located . Otherwise the hitch fit well.
One of the bumper fascia brackets would not re install properly due to interference from cross bar of hitch.



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took me about 2 hours, nice fit. the rear most muffler hanger brackets had to be removed(2 nuts each). and i think installing the driver side 1st would be easier. i had to wrestle the tailpipe out of the way , but did it alone. jacked up the rear of the car and used jackstands to give me a little more light and working space. also used a small hydraulic jack to move the muffler to make it easier to connect and disconnect the hanger brackets. also propping up the hitch while connecting the u-bolt clamps is a must.



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2007 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

I needed a tiny receiver installed that would fit my bike rack. When the local shop gave me my car back they said it was the easiest job they had done. I love the rack mostly because it fits perfectly. I've taken it on a couple of long rides and everything is perfect. If you need any kind of hitch, start here. Got it in days as well!



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2008 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

So easy to install,me and my 14 year old son installed it in 30 minutes.
Good product.



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2009 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

Although I haven't mounted the hitch to my car, yet, etrailer was great for the following reasons: 1) easy of product identification (once I put in the type of car the hitch was for, the online system provided me with appropriate options), 2) speed of ordering process (once I knew the item I needed, the online system made ordering the product very easy), and 3) delivery speed (after ordering the hitch, it arrived at my house within a week, which was far faster than other auto part stores). So far, I am very happy with etrailer.



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2007 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

2007 E320, perfect fit and super easy to install. Really didn't need to remove the bumper as shown in the installation video as long as you have a shorter drill and drill bit.



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Mercedes-Benz

A custom fit Mercedes couldn’t have made a better fit. The only problem I had was the tail pipes getting over took a lot of work other than that the only power tools needed was drilling two 3/8 holes anyone buying this hitch I give it five stars



by:

Thank You ! This time is my second order!
Fast
shipping ! Excellent Service ! Thanks!
etrailer is the #1



by:

Easy to install (20mins). Shipping was fast. Product was high quality.



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2009 Mercedes-BenzE-Class

Etrailer great as usual. This is my third hitch from them. Fast and reliable.



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Affordable, great fit, fast shipment, quality product...I could not ask for anything more. Customer for life.

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Steven

7/21/2021

Hitch works great. It fit my vehicle perfectly and was not difficult to install. Well worth the money and time.



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2006 Isuzu Trooper

First of all, it's important to note that I am a novice with limited tools and less experience. After having such a positive experience with buying and installing the DrawTite hitch on my Saab 9.3, I had a false sense of confidence going into this one. I was totally disappointed with the experience with this Curt hitch. I don't know if it's a brand difference, or just that so few people put a hitch on a Mercedes E350.

Hitch Product - 3 Star, Service - 2 Star, Instructions - 1 star, Installation Parts - 5 Star

I gave the hitch 3 stars because I really wanted a Class 2 hitch and i was super disappointed that I couldn't get one. This car has a more powerful engine than my old Isuzu Trooper, so I'd like to tow with it. Also, the tabs that are attached to the Spare Tire well are a little too short. At least, I think it would be easier to install if they were about 1/2" longer. Frankly, I think that would give the hitch stronger torsional strength. I'm no mechanical engineer, so if I'm wrong, forgive me. :)

While the service was very friendly, and in general my other experience was pure 5 star, I was very disappointed that they had no help for me when the grossly insufficient instructions failed me. If the product has poor instructions, it would be nice if you had some more help either online or with a person that could help me understand some of the terms better and fill in the missing links.

Insufficient instructions was the HUGE failure here. I had just 30 days earlier installed a DrawTite Class II on my Saab 9.3, so I was very confident that this would be quick and easy. I spent all day on this project and did NOT succeed. I had to ask my mechanic to finish the job.

The instructions completely missed several steps at least for my 2006 E350 Wagon:
- you will need to lower the exhaust. This is WAY harder on my Mercedes than it was on my Saab. I actually couldn't figure it out and eventually gave up and paid my mechanic to do it.
- There are several interior parts that will need to be moved or removed in order to access the holes that you will need to drill.
- There are a few tabs under the bumper that attach to the frame, that will need to be unscrewed and re-installed.
- It would be good if there were a way to ensure that the hitch is far forward enough (toward the front of the car) to reach the box into which you will drill the holes. Alternatively, the tabs should be longer.

The hitch is fairly hidden in the end, although more prominently visible than the DrawTite Class II on my Saab 9.3.

Frankly, this does not sour me on eTrailer at all. I'd highly recommend this site. However, I would avoid Curt in the future, if there's a DrawTite alternative. And if there isn't, I might just suck it up and go to a mechanic.



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Excellent quality. Perfect fit. Stealth appearance.



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Works well, and is not obvious from the rear of the car.



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Wish this were available in 2” but happy with what I’ve got now



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2005Mercedes-BenzE-Class

Product was as portrayed super fast delivery packaged appropriately and was easy to install. Very happy with item and ease if ordering. Great company to Deal with.



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Fits great!



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product was exactly as advertised


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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon
    The Curt hitch # C11701 is a fit for the following models only based on the frame hole locations and vehicle capacity: 2003 - 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan - excluding Sport Package 2006 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon - E350 and E55 AMG 2007 - 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon - E350 and E63 AMG 2005 - 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon - E55 AMG For your 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon, the Curt # C11820 is the only confirmed fit. It has a capacity of 200 lbs tongue weight and 2,000...
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    While there are no trailer hitch fits for your 2007 Mercedes-Benz E-350 Sport, we might still have a solution for you if you can let me know what you plan on transporting. I've reached out to Curt in the past about the Trailer Hitch # C11701 not fitting the Sport model of an E-350 and he said in his notes it didn't say anything about the exhaust being an issue so it is likely that they found that the Sport model requires a lot of fascia trimming for the hitch to fit (as the exhaust and...
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  • Option For Carrying Bikes With 2024 Mercedes-Benz E450 Sedan
    Hello Mike. I do have a potential solution for you, but as of right now (8/29/24) there is no custom fit trailer hitch for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E450 sedan. If you need to carry bikes, the only option will be to use a roof rack and roof mounted bike carrier. For that I recommend the Yakima Roof Rack # Y27TB along with the Yakima FrontLoader Bike Carrier # Y02103.
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  • Is There A 2" Receiver Available For The 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350?
    Hello Tom, thanks for reaching out. There is currently only one trailer hitch made for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350, and that is the Curt C11701 which is the 1-1/4" receiver you mentioned. How many bikes are you trying to carry? What kind of bikes are they? Reply below and let me know. I am happy to look into it and see what solutions we can offer.
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2006 E-320 CDI Diesel Sedan
    The only hitch that we have confirmed as a fit for your 2006 Mercedes E-Class (E320) diesel sedan is the Curt Trailer hitch # C11701. This hitch is a Class I hitch, with a 1-1/4 inch hitch opening and is rated for a maximum trailer weight of 2,500 pounds, and a maximum tongue weight of 250 pounds. I have included a link below for your reference.
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a Mercedes Benz E320 Diesel Sedan to be used for Towing a Trailer
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  • What Parts Are Needed To Tow a Trailer with a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI
    In order to tow a trailer with your 2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI you are going to need a trailer hitch, wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball. For a trailer hitch, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11701. I spoke with my contact at Curt and they stated there is no exclusions for the CDI model. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver has a 2,500 lb towing capacity and comes with a lifetime warranty. I have attached an install video and photo for you. For a trailer wiring...
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  • Trailer Hitch For A 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Station Wagon
    The correct Trailer Hitch For The 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 4x4 Station Wagon is the Curt Class 1 Hitch # C11701. We have checked with Curt in the past and confirmed that this hitch will fit the E320 Station Wagon as well as the Sedan. At this time the Curt hitch is the only one available for your vehicle. This hitch has a standard 1-1/4" receiver, so you will no trouble finding compatible accessories like a bike rack or cargo basket. We offer a lot of great options along these lines like...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2008 Mercedes Benz E320 Diesel
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  • Towing Capacity of Curt Trailer Hitch for 2007 Mercedes E-350
    The Curt hitch part # C11701 is a confirmed fit for your 2007 Mercedes Benz E-350 and has a towing capacity of 2,500 lbs. You'd have to contact a Mercedes dealer or the owner's manual to determine what the vehicle's towing capacity is and be sure not to exceed the lowest capacity between the hitch and the vehicle. For a ball mount you'd want the part # C45561 and then for wiring you'd want the part # 119250KIT which is a confirmed fit and will work well.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for a 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon
    The correct trailer hitch for your 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon is the Curt # C11701 which is a Class I trailer hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver. While we don't have any installation videos of this hitch on your specific vehicle, we do have the installation instructions which I have attached for you to check out. If you are familiar with installing hitches then Curt says this should take you about 30 minutes, otherwise for a novice it'll be about 1 hour which really isn't that bad. If you...
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  • Is There a Class III Hitch for a 2003 Mercedes Benz E320 Sedan
    I do have an option for you but the only available trailer hitch option for a 2003 Mercedes Benz E320 Sedan is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11701 which has a class I rating. Unfortunately, they do not offer larger class III rating for these smaller vehicles. That said, you can use an adapter to obtain the larger opening but keep in mind it will reduce weight capacity. For this, I recommend the Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver with 5" Rise part # HT5R.
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  • Will the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver fit a 2004 Mercedes E500 4Matic Sedan
    Yes, the Curt Class-I hitch # C11701 will fit your 2004 Mercedes Benz E-Class Sedan and you will need to make slight modifications such as drilling. This hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 250 pounds and will have a Class-I rating. I would certainly double-check your owners manual to ensure you don't exceed your Mercedes weight capacities and only you Class-I accessories with this hitch. With the Curt trailer hitch, if you plan on adding any non trailer loads, it's required to use a...
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  • Installation of Curt Trailer Hitch on a 2005/2006 Mercedes-Benz E-320
    You will need to remove the covering inside the trunk of your 2005/2006 Mercedes-Benz E-320 so that you can get at some of the nuts that are holding on the bumper, which you need to remove for the installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11701. It's a little difficult to explain through text so I've attached an installation video of this exact trailer hitch being installed on a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class that you can use as a reference point. While the Curt Support Strap # 18050 is what...
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  • Is the Curt # C11701 Trailer Hitch Confirmed to Fit a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
    Yes, the Curt Class I Trailer Receiver Hitch, # C11701, is confirmed to fit a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon or E55 AMG. If are planning to use the hitch for non-trailer loads like a bike rack or cargo carrier, the Curt requires the use of a stabilizer strap, like # 18050, with these accessories. The strap is used for extra support and if not used will void the hitch warranty. I have included a video of the Curt being installed in a 2003 E-Class for you to review the installation of this...
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  • Will 2 Bikes and a Cargo Box Fit on a Thule Roof Rack on a 2008 Mercedes Benz E350 Wagon
    The Thule bars on your 2008 Mercedes E350 wagon should be around 50 inches long. If you alternate directions on the bikes which is permissible you can get a few extra inches of space on the rack for a cargo box. The narrowest box that will fit without rear hatch interference is the Pulse L, # TH615 at 35 inches wide. You will need to determine if there is 35 inches of useable space on the crossbars with the bikes loaded. Also you will need to make sure you stay within the weight capacity...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon
    Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C11701 will fit the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your E320 with included hardware. If you plan on towing you will need a wiring harness item # 119250KIT and a ball mount item # C45521. For hitch balls you will need item # A-82 for a 2" hitch ball or item # A-80 for 1-7/8" ball.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2003 Mercedes E320 Wagon
    For your 2003 Mercedes E320 wagon trailer hitch # C11820 is the correct fit. This is for models built on the W211 chassis. There may have been some models built on the older W210 chassis. If you determine that you have one of them then the correct hitch is # C11830. If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum...
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  • Will Curt Class l Hitch Fit 2005 Or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class CDI Sedan
    The Curt Trailer Hitch, part # C11701 is designed to be a fit for a 2005 or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 Sedan. This is a Class l hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The recommended ball mount is part # C45521. For the hitch ball use either the 1-7/8 inch # 19256 or 2 inch # 19258. The wiring harness you can use is part # 119250KIT.
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  • Towing Capacity & Hitch Recommendations For 2006 Mercedes E350 Wagon
    It's critically important when you start out looking to tow things with your vehicle that you use a hitch that is designed to be used with your vehicle and a rig/trailer accessories that are designed to be used with that hitch. Your 2006 Mercedes E350 Wagon is designed to be equipped with Class I hitches only, such as the Curt # C11701 , designed for light-duty towing, has a tongue weight capacity of 250 lbs, and a gross trailer weight capacity of 2500 lbs. There is not a custom wiring...
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  • Recommended Hitch for Installing Bike Rack on 2006 Mercede-Benz E 500 4Matic Sedan
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
    We do offer a trailer hitch designed to fit your 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The trailer hitch I recommend is the Curt Trailer hitch, part # C11701. This is a Class l hitch and has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The hitch pin and clip are included. All non-trailer loads like bike racks or cargo carriers are required to use stabilizing straps like part # 18050. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from Curt. If you plan on doing light towing I recommend...
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  • Hitch Availability for 2009 Mercedes E350 Sedan
    For lighter duty vehicles like your 2009 Mercedes Benz E350 sedan there are only lighter duty hitches available like the Curt # C11701 which is a Class I hitch. The higher capacity hitch options only are available on vehicles that have a higher towing capacity. In the US we tend to have lower towing capacities than Europe. Our understanding is that the US is more known for frivolous lawsuits so the vehicle manufacturers are extra cautious.
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  • Class I Trailer Hitch for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic Wagon with Air Ride Suspension
    My technical contact at Curt confirmed that their Class I hitch # C11404 will fit on your 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic wagon even if it has the air suspension. He confirmed that there are no fit exclusions for this hitch on your car. The installation instructions are linked for you. I also linked a helpful article with tips for easier hitch installation. Please note that if you use the hitch for a bike or cargo carrier (anything that is not a wheeled trailer) then you need to support...
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