Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2012 Lexus RX 350 and What Other Vehicles Will the Hitch Fit

Updated 03/19/2016 | Published 03/17/2016

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Curt 3-Piece Trailer Hitch Receiver - Multi Fit - Class V - 2"

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches

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Question:

will this fit a 2012 Lexus RX 350? I looking for a quality hitch that can be reuse in other vehicles in the future.

asked by: Eric

Expert Reply:

I have included a link to the hitches that will fit your 2012 Lexus RX 350. The Curt hitch you referenced, # C15511, will not fit. Hitches are custom designed to fit specific vehicles. Multi-fit hitches are no longer being made. If you went with the Curt hitch for your vehicle, which is # C13143, then it will only fit on the following vehicles:

2010 - 2012 Lexus RX 350
2010 - 2015 Lexus RX 450h
2013 - 2015 Lexus RX 350

And, if you were to move the hitch from one compatible vehicle to another the installation hardware would have to be replaced. This is because the hardware is designed for one time use only. So if you ever do move the hitch you would want replacement hardware # RHK where you input the hitch number and manufacturer to get the right hardware.

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.

And for trailer wiring you can use # 118478 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.