Trouble Mounting Curt Hitch # C11405 on My 2015 Ford Mustang

Published 01/14/2022

Question:

Hi, I need some installation assistance with my new Curt trailer hitch for my 15 mustang. I have 6 of the 8 mounting bolts and attaching nuts installed but I cant get the last 2 assembled. These 2 are on the outboard side of the mounting flange at the forward end of the hitch towards the front of the car. I need to slide the entire hitch forward towards the front of the car about 1/4 but I cant get the hitch to budge. One of the fish wires attached to one of the mounting bolts I dont have assembled is pinched between the hitch mounting flange and the channel in the car body that the hitch mounts to. Any suggestions please?

asked by: Rick S

Expert Reply:

I'm sorry to hear about your hitch! I looked up your recent order with us and it looks like you have the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11405 for your 2015 Ford Mustang. One of the common occurrence we find when neighbors have trouble with hitch fitment is flexing of the hitch during shipment. I went ahead and attached a FAQ article that discusses the different routes of solving this issue.

If you find that flexing is not the issue, I recommend re-installing the hitch a second time beginning with the front two mounting bolts. This could also help solve the fitment issue.

expert reply by: Bob C