Reinstalling the Bumper on 2017 Subaru Outback With Hidden Trailer Hitch

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2019 Subaru Outback and the hitch I have is one of the hidden ones, the Draw-Tite 76227.I seem to be having some problems re attaching the bumper fascia because it doens't seem to line up. What, if anything, can be done about this?

asked by: Heidi I

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We have had some other people have a bit of trouble with the re-installation of the bumper fascia when installing the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76227 or Curt Trailer Hitch # C13410 on your 2017 Subaru Outback.

What has been recommended to help resolve this issue, both in the linked installation video and then by one of our customers in a review (see accompanying cut out) is to make sure you begin by first lining up the section directly under the tail lights is a big help when putting the bumper fascia back on your Outback. Doing this will help engage the rest of the fascia to line up correctly.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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Answer 2

Draw-Tite and Curt are 2 of the leading brands when it comes to towing products so a lot of their hitches look pretty similar since they are in competition with each other. When it comes to the Draw-Tite #76227 and the Curt #C13410 I recommend going…

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Answer 3

For your 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon the best hitch for ground clearance is the Curt #C13410 which fits very tightly to the rear bumper of the vehicle but also doesn't have a crosstube that hangs below the bumper either which helps with ground…

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Answer 4

The EcoHitch Trailer Hitch #306-X7601 and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #76227 are very good choices for your 2019 Subaru Outback and would be my top options as well. The one thing EcoHitch normally has going for it is that is usually the only option for a…

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Answer 5

The Curt #C13410 and Draw-tite #76227 are very similar in design and both have the same weight ratings of 600lbs tongue weight and 4,000lbs of trailer weight. I do like that Draw-Tite does add the additional plate of steel in between the hangers that…

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Answer 6

I'd be more than happy to compare the Draw-Tite #76227, Curt #C13410, and EcoHitch #306-X7601 trailer hitches (with the concealed cross tube) for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon! All 3 options have the same basic design and the weight ratings…

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Answer 7

The lightest trailer hitch for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13410 at around 27 lbs follow by the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76227 at about 30 lbs. I think these are both great options…

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Answer 8

The foam bumper support on your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon does not need to be trimmed when installing the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227. Because the hitch itself adds to the overall thickness it will be a tighter fit when snapping…

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Answer 9

Whenever the option is available, I'll always recommend choosing the 2 inch receiver over the 1-1/4 inch because the 2 inch has many more hitch mounted accessories available. The etrailer brand #e98847 and the Draw-Tite #76227 are both fine…

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Answer 10

Hey Adrian, you are on the right track for a hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon. I would recommend the Curt part #C13410 as it has plenty of towing capacity, is mostly hidden, and the advantage it has over the Draw Tite is that we just have…

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Answer 11

The trailer hitch with the best receiver depth, or bumper clearance, for your 2019 Subaru Outback is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #76227 which is about 2 inches from the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper. This is an inch more clearance than the…

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Answer 12

The Draw-Tite Hitch #76227 for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon is manufactured in Mexico. If you were looking for an American made hitch, the Curt #C13410 will attach the exact same way. This will have the same 4,000 pound towing capacity and 600…

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