Recommended Hitch for a 2026 Suburu Crosstrek Wilderness

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will the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 Part Number: C22MJ fit the 2026 Suburu Crosstrek Wilderness?

asked by: Mike G

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Unfortunately, it will not Mike but I have one that does. To add a hitch to your 2026 Suburu Crosstrek Wilderness, you'll need the Curt item # C54GJ. This hitch is designed specifically for the Wilderness models and looks great when installed because it tucks up right against the trim.

The Curt item # C54GJ is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a maximum tongue weight of 525 lbs. It'll work great for towing a trailer or hauling an accessory like a bike rack or cargo carrier. All hardware needed for installation is included.

The Curt item # C56040 is the correct trailer wiring harness for your 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. It'll provide you with a 4-way connector capable of controlling a trailer or accessory's lighting functions.

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.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Mike G.

9/27/2026

Jerrod, sorry it's taken me so long to reply to your response .. I just closed the deal on my Suburu and will be placing an order for both items shortly .. I will be using the hitch for light towing ... something always needs to be moved that you can't handle in the trunk of a car. ... thanks again ... Mike

Jerred H.

9/27/2026

@MikeG You're welcome and no worries at all! Congrats on your new car! Since you're towing a trailer you're definitely going to need the Curt item # C56040 trailer wiring harness. I also highly recommend the Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # C42CR and item # C83DR. These mounting brackets will allow you to attach the 4-way connector to the Curt Hitch item # C54GJ, without having to drill into anything.

Mike

9/27/2026

@JerredH - I have already placed an order for the hitch and wiring you suggested .. can I possibly add these 2 items to my order or place an additional order for these 2 items and have both orders shipped at the same time?

Jerred H.

9/27/2026

@Mike You could do both of those but you would have to pay shipping on the brackets. I just canceled your original order so you can go back in and make a new one that all ships out at the same time and you still get free shipping on everything.

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Answer 1

Thanks for letting us help Hugo. Unfortunately, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C22MJ is not compatible with the Wilderness Edition of your Subaru Crosstrek. Instead, I'd recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C54GJ, which is a confirmed fit…

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Answer 2

Good question, Megan - and you’re right, the Wilderness sits higher and is rated for 3,500 lbs towing (more than other trim levels), but the TowSmart hitch #TS68ZR does fit that model perfectly too. The cross tube is slightly more visible on…

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Answer 3

Hey Jerit, congrats on the new car. We've got a couple of hitches that fit the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. The etrailer Trailer Hitch item #e98912 is going to be the most affordable option. This custom fit class III hitch has a 2"…

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Answer 4

As far as the mounting bracket, you can absolutely screw it directly to the hitch if you want. We do this frequently in our own installs and it will not compromise the strength of the hitch in any way. Now putting a few holes in the hitch does open…

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Answer 5

To replace the hitch ball you would simply loosen and remove the hitch ball nut and pull the ball out of the ball mount hole. You may need a large wrench to loosen the nut. The Tow Ready 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, part #19260, would be a great fit for…

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Answer 6

Hey Jim, You are right that both of those hitches, #C13382 and #C22MJ, fit a 2025 Crosstrek. Capacity wise these hitches are rated for the same 3,500lb capacity. The main difference comes down to the trim of the vehicle. The #C22MJ is not intended…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

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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Answer 10

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Answer 11

Hello Mike, thanks for reaching out. We do offer a few different hitches for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, the Curt #C22MJ, the Draw-Tite #76209 and the EcoHitch #EH57CR. All 3 of these hitches place the receiver in virtually the same position beneath…

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Answer 12

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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