What Would Happen if Vehicle Tongue Weight Capacity Was Exceeded
Updated 10/29/2018 | Published 10/28/2018
Question:
What happens if I go over the max tounge weight capacity on my 2012 civic, I cant imagine that it would break anything it all seems really sturdy
asked by: Julian
Expert Reply:
You'll most likely damage the vehicle frame before you do the hitch when you exceed the tongue weight capacity of a vehicle. The trailer hitch from Curt part # C11391 that fits your 2012 Honda Civic has a tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs which you'd need to stay under that figure as well as the figure listed in your owner's manual since you are only as strong as the weakest component in your towing setup.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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