What Vehicles Does The Draw-Tite 36597 Hitch Fit?

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WHAT YEARS DOES THIS HITCH ACCOMODATE?

asked by: GEORGE

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Expert Reply:

Hey George,

The Draw-Tite hitch # 36597 is custom fit to the 2017-2027 Honda CRV's excluding the hybrid models. For those years this is a custom fit no drill installation hitch that bolts right up. I want to add that this hitch may interfere with the hands-free liftgate if you have one. Some vehicles you just have to move your foot to the left or right, others it will not let that function work.

What are you looking to use this hitch for?

expert reply by: Nick S

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Nick S.

1/19/2026

Hey George, how did things go with the Draw-Tite hitch on your CR-V? Did the fit and liftgate function work out the way you needed? Your update could make it easier for others with the same vehicle.

George

1/19/2026

@NickS HEY NICK, IT WORKED GREAT. WE ONLY INSTALLED THE HITCH BUT WE DID DUE A FOLLOW UP AND IT IS WORKING GREAT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR RESPOND

Nick S.

1/19/2026

@George That is great to hear! I am glad you got it all installed and it is working well. What are you using the hitch for?

Art W.

3/23/2026

Draw-Tite 36597 does NOT fit my 2025 Honda CRV EX AWD (non hybrid). The hitch is hitting a square cover under the bumper and the installation instructions do not mention this. While it's only been a couple days, I emailed etrailer on Sat and so far, no response. I called today and was told that etrailer has no advice and that I needed to call Draw-Tite. Draw-Tite puts me on hold and then disconnects the call (multiple times). The car has been on ramps since Sat and I'm out of time so I will restore the exhaust system hangars, get the car drivable and hope etrailers has a solution.

Answer 1

Hey Rick, sorry about the confusion but the etrailer hitch part #e98848 that you referenced fits both the hybrid and non-hybrid versions of the 2025 Honda CR-V including your Sport model. It is organized in our fitguide in a somewhat confusing way…

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Answer 2

Ours sure do Mike! The Curt Hitch item #C12169 actually comes with four fish wire tools to help you get the bolts through your CR-V's frame. I attached a picture below that'll show you what hardware and fish wires come with this hitch. The…

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Answer 3

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 4

Every hitch available for your 2020 Honda CR-V hybrid requires trimming a small rectangle out of the lower fascia. I have attached a picture below that I took directly from the instructions for the etrailer Hitch item #e98848. This will show you…

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Answer 5

Hello Henry, There are a few trailer hitch receivers that fit a 2025 Honda CR-V hybrid, starting with the EcoHitch #EH25KR. However, it's important to note this is specifically for the Hybrid Sport Touring models, so if that's your model,…

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Answer 6

Yes, it will Terry and congrats on the new SUV. The Curt Trailer Hitch item #C12169 has been confirmed to fit the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring Sport. This is a custom fit class II hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver that bolts to your Honda with…

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Answer 7

Hey Jason, There are a couple hitch options for your 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid. All 3 are 2" hitch options with a 3,500lb towing capacity and a 525lb tongue weight capacity. These have all been confirmed with the manufacturer to work with hybrid…

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Answer 8

Hey Dave, thanks for reaching out! The hitch I recommend picking up for your 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98848 because of the matte black finish. This not only looks better but it's also more durable than the…

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Answer 9

It is my understanding that the Honda hitch crosstube goes straight across and isn't a V-shape like the Draw-Tite hitch #36597. The design difference allows the Draw-Tite hitch to work with the hands-free liftgate sensor on the 2017 Honda CR-V.…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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