Towing Capacities of Trailer Hitch for 2016 Nissan Leaf

Updated 05/19/2016 | Published 05/16/2016

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

(61)

$227.13

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

(667)

$15.80

Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes

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$49.00

Question:

Hi! Please can you specified maximal towing mass and vertical load on the hitch for a Nissan Leaf 2016 factory structural limitations? Thank you!

asked by: Tom

Expert Reply:

The Curt trailer hitch part # C11396 that you referenced has a vertical weight rating of 150 lbs and is rated for towing a trailer that weighs up to 1,500 lbs.

I checked with Nissan and they do not recommend towing a trailer with this vehicle.

I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out the review video I attached for more info.

If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

Curt requires the use of their stabilizer strap part # 18050 when using their hitch to carry a non-supported load like a bike rack. I attached a review video for you to check for the strap as well.