2009 Hyundai Tucson Towing Capacity and Hitch

Published 01/09/2019

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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

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Question:

Part # 13526? I have a 4cyl fwd gls model, will this hitch work and what would be the towing capacity specifically for this vehicle and this hitch? Thanks

asked by: Scott

Expert Reply:

The Curt trailer hitch part # 13526 that you referenced does fit the 4 cylinder 2009 Hyundai Tucson that you have. This hitch has a capacity of 3,500 lbs trailer weight, but it looks like your Tucson is only rated to tow up to 1,000 lbs so that would be the figure you'd need to stay under.

For trailer wiring you'd then want the Tekonsha kit part # 118397 as it's our most reliable option and doesn't require splicing to install.

Since you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C