Will the Auto Lift Gate Sensor Function on my 2022 Honda CR-V Touring w/ the Curt C13397 Hitch?

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 Item # C13397. I have a 2022 Honda cr-v Touring. Will the Auto lift gate feature be problem during installation? Will it work normally after installation? Thanks

asked by: Richard P

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I would be happy to answer your questions. The Curt Hitch Receiver item # C13397 is a confirmed fit for your 2022 Honda CR-V Touring. According to Curt there have been some redesigns to this hitch to make it more compatible with the auto lift gate sensor. Originally, the hitch didn't work with the hands-free liftgate feature, but Curt has redesigned the hitch so it is more compatible. The way this hitch mounts the only portion of it that would potentially block the sensor is the 2" x 2" receiver. What our installers have found is that if you kick to the left and right of the center of your bumper you will be able to use the lift gate feature. I have linked an installation video and a picture below so you can see the install process and what the receiver will look like.

If you need a wiring harness to control your trailer or accessories lighting functions then I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # 118741. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located in your rear cargo area, behind the driver's-side interior trim panel. I have linked an installation video below.

To round out your towing setup I recommend the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" ball and a fixed ball mount with a 3/4" rise and 2" drop. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver lock with keys, hitch cover, and a storage case.

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Underbody Fascia Trimming of Curt Hitch C13397 on Honda CR-V
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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13397 is the same as the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"#e98848 regarding measurements and rated capacities. The only…

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Answer 2

Yes, the trailer hitch receivers for the 2023 Honda CR-V fit the hybrid model as well. There are no differences for the hybrid hitch since all of the available options fit all models. If I were to recommend one it would be the etrailer Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 3

Hey Manning, I checked the reviews for all of the hitches we offer for your 2025 Honda CR-V and all of them except one had people tell us their hands free liftgate stopped working. The only hitch we offer that allows it to still function is the Draw…

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Answer 4

For your 2021 Honda CR-V there is quite a few trailer hitch receivers that fit the criteria you mentioned, the etrailer #e98848, the Curt #C13397, the Draw-Tite #DT79MR, and the EcoHitch #306-X7345. These hitches are really all pretty similar as they…

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Answer 5

Yes, you are correct. The Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397 is the correct hitch for the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The wiring harness is going to depend on whether or not your CR-V is front wheel drive or all wheel drive. I have listed both options…

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Answer 6

We do offer all sorts of trailer lighting, including fender-mount types such as #BA44FNL and #BA44FNR which are combination red/amber lights. We also have #MCL61ARB. These and all other red/amber lights are shown on the linked page. If you cannot…

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Answer 7

Replacement Truxedo Shur-Bond Velcro Brand Fastener #TX1117876 is the same 1 inch width and it is the hook portion only just like #A60270 which is the Access replacement part. So it will fit its just that the 2 parts, the Tonneau cover and strip,…

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Answer 8

Hey Mike; most of the time a hitch like the #C13397 will only partially block the sensor. In that case, your customer will have to put their foot on either side of the receiver to trigger the sensor and open the liftgate. There won't be a warning…

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Answer 9

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 10

You are correct that for your 2021 Honda CR-V there are a few different trailer hitch receiver options. Between them the most popular are the Curt #C13397, Draw-Tite #DT79MR, and the etrailer #e98848. These three hitches have quite a bit in common…

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Answer 11

The available trailer hitches for your 2019 Honda CR-V can be pretty easily categorized into hidden and non-hidden groups. I highly recommend going with a hidden-crosstube hitch, especially on a new vehicle like yours, as this is going to create a…

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Answer 12

According to Draw-Tite their item #76128 Hitch does not fit the hybrid models of the 2025 Honda CR-V. Instead, I recommend installing the Curt Hitch item #C13397. The Curt Hitch item #C13397 has been confirmed to fit all models of the 2025 Honda CRV…

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Will the Auto Lift Gate Sensor Function on my 2022 Honda CR-V Touring w/ the Curt C13397 Hitch?

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