Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2012 Subaru Outback

Published 12/18/2014

Products Featured in This Question

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(1019)

$210.07

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(2971)

$49.54

etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs

(1376)

$80.11

Question:

Im looking for a trailer hitch for a 2012 Subaru Outback wagon 3.6. I noticed on a google search that a few hitches said they were for 2012 Outback but NOT for the 3.6. Which hitches would work for a 2012 Subaru Outback 3.6?

asked by: Jaye R

Expert Reply:

All of the trailer hitches that we carry for the 2012 Subaru Outback will fit all models but none will fit Sport models. That is the only exception. As long as your Outback is not a Sport model any of the hitches will fit.

The most popular option is Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75673. I have linked a video showing the hitch being installed for you.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in 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 not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included to the right that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

To add trailer wiring use # 118467. I have linked a video showing installation of the wiring as well.