Recommended Hitch for a 2023 Honda CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid and Does it Affect the Liftgate Sensor

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Will it fit a 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring? If so, would I need to get the handsfree power tailgate sensor adapter to relocate the sensor?

asked by: Carlos T

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Hey Carlos. The Curt Hitch item # C13397 does indeed fit a 2023 Honda CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid. The hands-free liftgate feature will still work once installed. The only thing that will change is that your foot will need to go on either side of the receiver to trigger the sensor. You can see this at the 1:30 mark in the installation videos below.

What do you plan on using your hitch for?

expert reply by: Jerred H

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CRV Sport Hybrid
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Carlos

9/10/2025

Great to know! I'll be using it primarily for a bike rack. Thank you!

Jerred H.

9/10/2025

@Carlos You're welcome! Let me know if you have any additional questions.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

Hey Erica, thanks for reaching out! Since your 2026 Honda CR-V is a Hybrid we're a bit limited on the hitch options, and you'll need to get one that does require some fascia cutting. For this, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver…

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Answer 9

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 10

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 11

Hey Napoleon! The perfect hitch for your 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport is the etrailer #e98848. This is a Class III hitch with a bolt-on installation and a limited lifetime warranty. It also features a matte black finish which blends well with OEM…

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Answer 12

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