Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan that Does Not Require Strap for Bike Rack
Updated 05/22/2019 | Published 05/21/2019
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Can you explain to me what they mean with stabilizing straps that will be needed for the Curt hitch when a bike rack is attached? Where would they go? I am trying to buy the right hitch for my 2014 VW Tiguan and saw that his # C13133 is apparently the right one for it. I have a Thule bike rack and never before used stabilizing straps other than to hold the bikes on. Thank you!
asked by: Antje R
Expert Reply:
So the easiest hitch solution for your 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan is going to be a hitch that does not require the stabilizer strap when carrying a bike rack like the etrailer part # e98906.
Curt requires the use of their stabilizer strap part # 18050 when using their hitch to carry a non-supported load like a bike rack. I attached a review video for you to check for the strap as well. This is basically a precaution they require to help take some of the shock out of the hitch when on the road.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- No Cross Tube
- CURT
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