Will the Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount Work on a 2017 Subaru Outback with Draw-Tite Hitch

Published 11/14/2019

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Question:

Hi there. Will the D210 work with a Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 Item # 75673, that is installed on a 2017 Subaru Outback 3.6 Limited? My question is will the receiver for the bike rack clear my rear bumper. See the attached pics. Thanks in advance for your help.

asked by: Rick B

Expert Reply:

The Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount part # D210 measures 5" from the center of the ball mount hitch pin hole to the back edge of the receiver tube opening. The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75673 while installed on a 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon measures 5" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the rear edge of the bumper fascia. Therefore, the Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount would be a tight fit and likely rub.

However, I do still have options for you to tow a trailer and carry bikes. The Jack-It 2 Bike Rack part # LC429756 for a-frame trailers or the BikeWing 2 Bike Carrier part # LC731137 with the BikeBase Trailer Tongue Adapter part # LC731157 for straight tongue trailers are the most popular options. If you already have a bike rack, the Stromberg Carlson Bike Bunk part # CC-275 for a-frame trailers is best.

expert reply by: Conner L