Will Curt Trailer Hitch Fit 2013 Ford Focus ST With Center Exhaust

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I have a 2013 Ford Focus ST does this work with the center placed exhust system? Does any modifications need to be done? Thanks

asked by: Richard C

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Hey Richard! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11431 will fit with your center exhaust. I attached a picture below showing it installed with the exhaust like yours. You will have to drill two holes in the frame for the installation of the hitch.

What will you be using the hitch for?

expert reply by: Robin H

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Richard C.

12/23/2025

Hi Robin Looking into the Kuat 2.0, pro X or Thule, carrying 2 EMTB about 53 pounds each with batteries. Does the Curt come with differnt reciever sizes, I am leaning towards a 2". Thanks

Robin H.

12/23/2025

@RichardC the Class I # C11431 with a 1-1/4" receiver is the only option for the ST with that exhaust. You will also need stabilizer straps # 18050. You can use the Kuat Piston Pro X # KU48VR for 1-1/4" receivers and you won't be over the 200 lb tongue weight capacity of the hitch. Make sure you verify the capacity of your vehicle as well.

David H.

12/24/2025

@RichardC We put this on my son's 2014 ST. It fits right between the tail pipe and the bumper so it is limited on what fits into the hitch. I have a KUAT rack that goes down to the 1 1/4" that won't fit on there because where the rack sizes up to the 2" part it doesn't have room to slide all the way into the hitch. It is less stable than a 2" but I haven't found a 2" for a car in my searches. I have one on my Honda Accord also but we only care analog bikes as of now but have had 3 full suspension mtn bikes on there at times that would be about 90ish lbs.

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