Trailer Hitch Receiver Recommendation For a 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT Sedan

Updated 06/17/2021 | Published 06/15/2021

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

(42)

$197.04

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

(666)

$16.01

Master Lock Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock and Coupler Lock Set - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches

(85)

$60.76

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

(3874)

$14.78

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs

(3874)

$10.46

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

(2273)

$39.92

Curt Auxiliary LED Indicator Lights

(245)

$32.94

Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(8)

$99.99

Question:

Hello, Would like to know which Hitch would fit my Sonic Sedan LT 2012?

asked by: Juan G

Expert Reply:

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11240 is the correct receiver for your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT Sedan. This class I hitch is rated for 200lbs of tongue weight and towing capacity of 2,000lbs. Be sure to verify your towing capacity with Chevrolet and use the lower of the 2 numbers as a maximum.

A Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap # 18050 is required for hitch mounted accessories such as a Thule Hitching Post Pro - Folding Tilting 4 Bike Rack w Anti-Sway # TH934XTR. The strap will provide extra support to the receiver by limiting torque on the hitch.

For trailer towing you will need a Curt Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches # C45520 and either a 2" Ball # C40018 or 1-7/8" Ball # C40001. I recommend using a Master Lock Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock and Coupler Lock Set # 3794DAT to secure the mount in your receiver and will provide locks for the trailer as well both while connected to your vehicle and in storage.

The Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11141174 will plug into your taillights on your Sonic. This will provide you with a 4-way flat connector that you will need for towing a trailer. It can also be used for Auxiliary Lights # C53201 that can be used on your bike rack or other hitch mounted accessory if your taillights view is impaired by the bikes or other gear.