Is Curt Trailer Hitch for 2019 Kia Soul Offset to Accommodate Backup Camera  

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11419 itself is not going to interfere at all with the backup camera on your 2019 Kia Soul (the camera is up toward the middle of the hatch door) but it sounds like you might be concerned with a hitch-mounted accessory like a bike rack blocking its view.

The hitch receiver is going to sit at the rear center of your vehicle. There aren't any hitch receivers, for any vehicle really, that have an offset design as this would create an uneven load on the vehicle with anything mounted to it. Unfortunately just about any bike rack is going to obstruct the view at least somewhat when the bikes are loaded but there are still options that will do a nice job of allowing for a clearer view.

For this I recommend taking a look at the Kuat Transfer 2 # KU74FR. This is a really nice platform style rack that features a goal-post type design that allows for a better view with an integrated backup camera. This type of rack will be your best option for maintaining at least a partial view of what is behind you with it installed.

I have attached a short video demonstration on this carrier so you can get a closer look at its appearance and features.

expert reply by: Chris R

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