Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Hyundai Tucson Sport

Updated 09/12/2017 | Published 09/11/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(214)

$185.37

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(199)

$69.08

Question:

I have a 2017 Tuscon Sport 1.6T with a hitch that I believe I purchased thru etrailer and had asked Hyundai Dealership to purchase and install the wiring harness — they gave me a song and dance about how the hitch and wiring harness had to be purchased at the same time and had to be from Hyundai — 650 bucks installed — I told them they need to stop smoking crack. Are there any issues with the aftermarket wiring harness products that would: 1 void any warranty I have this vehicle is leased or 2 could create problems down the road ?

asked by: William M

Expert Reply:

I think you gave them solid advice...but as far as if a trailer hitch will void the warranty that answer is no. When you install an aftermarket part on your vehicle like a trailer hitch in this case, you are protected by the Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act. This act states, in part, that unless the installation and the part caused a problem then the warranty cannot be voided. I recommend looking it up online.

For a hitch I would recommend the Draw Tite part # 75836 which is a confirmed fit and would work well. The price is great too.

For trailer wiring you then would also want the part # 118501 that you referenced which is a confirmed fit.

I attached install videos for both of these for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C