Ground Clearance with Curt Trailer Hitch C12177 Installed on a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Published 05/03/2018

Question:

I have one concern about the clearance of this hitch before I make the purchase. How far is from the ground and the risk of hitting the ground when going thru a bump ? Thanks

asked by: Fernando J

Expert Reply:

When we installed Curt trailer hitch # C12177 on a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, see video link, it measured 11-1/2 inches from the ground to the top of the receiver opening. That means that from the ground to the bottom of the receiver is approximately 9 inches. There is actually a vehicle component forward of the hitch that hangs lower. For the hitch to make contact with the ground the front axle would have to be up on a very steep incline.

expert reply by: Michael H