Will Installing Trailer Hitch Receiver on 2015 Honda Civic Sedan Negate / Void the Vehicle Warranty

Updated 05/16/2015 | Published 05/15/2015

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

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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms

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Question:

Is this true that a bike hitch for a civic sedan 2015 negates warranty?

asked by: Merrill T

Expert Reply:

Installing a hitch, like the Curt, # C11391, on your 2015 Civic Sedan will not negate the vehicle's warranty as long as the hitch is installed as outlined in the instructions and used within the weight bearing capabilities of the vehicle.

Consumers of aftermarket products are protected by the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act which states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever modifications you have added to your vehicle actually caused the problem in question.

If you are still concerned about installing a hitch on your Civic in order to carry bicycles, another option would be to use a trunk mounted bike rack like the Thule OutWay 2-Bike Rack, # TH45JV.

I have included a few videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Leah S