Recommended Hitch for a 2026 Subaru Forester that Does Not Require Bumper Sensors to Be Recalibrated
Updated 08/22/2026 | Published 08/18/2026
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Question:
Will I need to to have the rear bumper sensors recalibrated after installing C47HR on 2026 Forester?
asked by: Daniel
Expert Reply:
No, you will not Daniel. So long as you did not damage or misalign the sensor housings when you temporarily remove the rear fascia, they will retain their factory settings after installing the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C47HR. I do recommend not starting your Forester until you've reattached the sensors. You may get an error code that has to be reset if you do. Other than that there will be no issues.
The Curt Trailer Hitch item # C47HR is confirmed to fit the 2026 Subaru Forester. This is a custom fit class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a maximum tongue weight of 350 lbs. It'll work great for towing a small trailer or hauling accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier.
I attached a couple of pictures below so you can see what this hitch looks like installed. I also linked an installation video so you can see how to get it setup on your Forester.
What do you plan on using your new hitch for? Feel free to answer this and throw in any other questions you have, where it says Add Comment.
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Abraham
8/21/2026
I had no issues with my sensors after installing hitch.
Jerred H.
8/22/2026
Karl H.
8/22/2026
I had mine installed by my body shop,(we got backed into) but I talked with the installer about the foot sensor and he was able to te-route the antenna. It worked perfectly.
Jerred H.
8/22/2026
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Sal S.
8/21/2026
I had no issues with the sensors after installation