Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

Updated 07/16/2012 | Published 07/15/2012

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(124)

$199.93

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

(51)

$88.32

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

(2621)

$16.53

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs

(2620)

$18.47

Curt Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 3-1/8" Rise - 9-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs

(2273)

$39.92

Question:

of the various hitches that you sell which do you recommend for secure trailer towing for a 2010 VW Jetta which one has the most clearance which one looks the best on the car which 4 flat wiring system is appropriate and the easiest to install

asked by: Evan B

Expert Reply:

There is only one hitch available for your 2010 VW Jetta (non TDI). We have the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11474. It is going to offer approximately 9-3/4 inches of ground clearance from the bottom of the receiver to the ground. This hitch would be safe and secure for towing a trailer up to 2,000 pounds.

The hitch not does come with the correct ball mount or a properly sized ball for the coupler on the trailer you plan to tow. For a ball mount use # C45520. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch use # 19258.

For trailer wiring, use # 118667. This is a T-One connector that plugs in line with the vehicle tail lights so it is easy to make the initial connections. It also requires a direct connection to the battery to power the trailer lights and protect the vehicles wiring harness. I have included a link to the wiring instructions as well.