Availability of a 2-Inch Hitch for 2014 Ford Fusion S Hybrid for Transporting a Wheelchair

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I am picking up my 2014 fusion s hybrid soon.. I looked up trailer hitches for it.. Every thing I have for a hitch is 2inch not 1-1/4 .. I am just checking if you have one for 2014 S fusion Hybrid.with a 2inch receiver .. Not towing much need it for a wheel chair , and other added cargo things.. ??? I am a old Marine, and can cut the 1-1/4 off and weld a 2inch one on.. I know I would void the warr. , but we are looking at a lot of dollars for new things.. and if I put a converter on it from 1-1/4 to 2inch it will decrease the weight the hitch will hold...from 350 to 175lb.. Just asking... thanks...Semper fi

asked by: Andy J

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You are correct that all of the hitches we have available for the 2014 Ford Fusion have a 1-1/4-inch receiver opening, although we do have both Class I and Class II options. Class II hitch # C12091 from Curt offers a 350-lb tongue weight; this is the highest capacity hitch we offer for your car.

A hitch with a 350-lb tongue weight may not be up to the task of handling the weight of a wheel chair and the weight of the carrier that holds it. (You should also check the vehicle's tongue weight rating - it could be less than the hitch's). A small utility trailer may be a better option although I do realize that this item is itself a significant purchase. Local outdoor and farm stores are a good place to look for a small utility trailer.

You are also quite correct that hitch adapters reduce capacity and that modifications and hitch installation in any manner different from the manufacturer's recommendations will void the warranty. Doing so may also expose you to legal risk in the event of a bad failure.

What is of greater concern for safety reasons is that even if you welded on a 2-inch receiver tube (and even if you did the fine job I expect you'd do) the resulting capacity would be unknown. It would not have been tested and it would not be possible to know its actual capacity. This is why we cannot recommend modifying a hitch.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

You can absolutely get the hardware for the Curt Trailer Hitch #C12091, though this hitch does not come with brackets so I assume you were talking about the spacers. As you can see by the cut out of the linked installation manual that shows the…

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Answer 2

Hey Jim, the most hidden hitch we offer for your 2026 Chrysler Pacifica is the Curt part #C29UR. This only has the hitch opening hanging below the rear bumper unliked all of the other options. Are you planning on doing some towing?

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Answer 3

Hello Bert, thanks for reaching out. You’re thinking about this the right way, and to answer your question, no, you do not need to derate the wheel just because it’s on a tandem axle trailer. In normal operation your 4,500 lb trailer weight is shared…

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Hi Ken! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C67MJ will indeed fit your 2025 Ford Escape PHEV. I confirmed this directly with Curt and this hitch is actually specifically for the PHEV and will not fit the other versions…

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Answer 5

Hello Dick; with that rear spoiler the only option is the SeaSucker Komodo #298-BK1910-BK which is designed for 1 bike. For multiple bikes I would consider adding a hitch like #306-X7257 and along with something like the Hollywood Racks Destination…

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I checked with Curt and trailer hitch #C12091 is listed as a fit for all models of the 2013 Ford Fusion so it will fit your Titanium AWD model. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. The recommended ball mount is #C45016. You…

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Yes, there is so long as you don't have the Sport model. It is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item #306-X7239. This hitch is custom fit for the 2019 Ford Fusion and bolts to it with included hardware. This class III hitch has a 3,500 lbs…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 11

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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