Should Rusted Trailer Hitch Receiver be Replaced
Updated 02/20/2017 | Published 02/17/2017
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I installed one of these Curt Trailer hitches on my 1997 Sable Station wagon and it is now so rusty I am concerned about safety. Is there a way to test it to see if it is still safe to use?
asked by: Tim S
Expert Reply:
The Curt trailer hitch receiver for your 1997 Mercury Sable is the Class II # C12232. If the rust can be sanded off and the hitch repainted, then it is likely still structurally sound. The best way to have them evaluated is to have a trailer shop inspect them. I would err on the side of caution and replace the hitch if you don't feel comfortable using it.
If the hardware needs to be replaced, you can use # RHK then select c12232 as the model number and purchas the kit, then purchase the kit. We will prepare and ship a complete set of hardware for your hitch.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Video: How to Set Up Your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek
- Video: How to Set Up Your EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- Video: Installing the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver on your 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Shop: EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Q&A: Is the Curt Trailer Hitch Rust Resistant
- Q&A: How Much Does the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver C12184 Weigh
- Q&A: How to Fight Against Trailer Hitch Rusting
- Q&A: Comparing Curt and Draw Tite Class II Hitch That Fits 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
- Q&A: How to Correct Rust on Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: What Does Curt Trailer Hitch part # C12184 Weigh
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Video: Curt Class III Trailer Hitch Step-By-Step Install - 2026 Honda CR-V
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Review C56040
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Video: How to Choose a Trailer Brake Controller
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: trailer hitch ball mount
- Video: The Low-Down on the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
on Trailer Hitch
