Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2016 Chevy Traverse

Published 04/16/2015

Question:

Is there a trailer hitch receiver and a light socket for my 2016 Traverse? It does NOT have the factory tow package.

asked by: Bud D

Expert Reply:

For your 2016 Chevy Traverse I recommend Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75528. This 2 inch hitch is rated for 750 pounds tongue weight and 5,000 pounds gross trailer weight (7,500 pounds when using weight distribution. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.

For a trailer wiring harness I recommend # 118270. It will fit models that do not have the factory tow package. It includes the necessary fuses and relays to activate it. I have linked a video showing an example installation of the wiring harness as well.

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 not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Michael H