Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Honda CR-V and How to Retain Use of Hands Free Liftgate

Question

Question:

For my 2018 Honda CR-V I want a hitch but I want the tailgate lift sensor to still work.

asked by: Kirk

0

Expert Reply:

For your 2018 Honda CR-V the Curt trailer hitch part # C13397 is the hitch I recommend as only the hitch opening will be visible under the rear bumper of the vehicle and because it has great towing capacities. What you'll need to do is remove the bumper shell, and move the sensor unit 7 inches to the right, as that is where it's installed if the Honda trailer hitch accessory is installed.

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

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Answer 1

We had a customer with a 2017 Honda CR-V Touring just like yours who told us that the Curt hitch part #C13397 did not interfere with their hands free liftgate at all. You would not need to move any sensors.

view full answer...

Answer 2

We have some hitch options that are compatible with the Hands Free Tailgate feature on your 2019 Honda CR-V. That being said, the Hands-free Liftgate sensor areas may be limited to areas away from the center where hitch receiver opening is located.…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Hey Michael, the Curt hitch part #C13397 that fits your 2019 Honda CR-V will still work with the hands free liftgate option you have but you would need to kick to either side of the hitch opening. You wouldn't need to install a sensor relocation…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" #C12169 is confirmed to fit your 2017 Honda CR-V and will allow you to use the hands free sensor on either side of the rear bumper. The center sensor will be blocked by the hitch…

view full answer...

Answer 5

When installing Curt Trailer Hitch #C13397 on your 2018 Honda CR-V you will need to contact your Honda dealer and get part 08U59-TLA-100A. The dealer, or another mechanic, will need to install this and it will be located just next to the center of…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hey Mike; most of the time a hitch like the #C13397 will only partially block the sensor. In that case, your customer will have to put their foot on either side of the receiver to trigger the sensor and open the liftgate. There won't be a warning…

view full answer...

Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

view full answer...

Answer 10

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

view full answer...

Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Honda CR-V and How to Retain Use of Hands Free Liftgate

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching