Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
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Price: $230.25
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
Item # C12115
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CURT Trailer Hitch - C12115
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Class II
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
- 350 lbs TW
- Custom Fit Hitch
Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.
Features:
- Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
- Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
- Bolt-on installation - no welding required
- Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
- Sturdy, square-tube design
- Drawbar, pin and clip sold separately
- Hitch assembled in the USA, bolts overseas
Specs:
- Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
- Rating: Class II
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
etrailer.com Technical Support
At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
12115 Curt Class 2 Trailer Hitch Receiver
Replaces 11288
Replaces 12087
Replaces 12090
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2014 - 2020 Chevrolet Impala LS models
- 2014 - 2016 Chevrolet Impala LT and LTZ models
- 2017 - 2020 Chevrolet Impala LT and Premier models
- 2010 - 2016 Buick LaCrosse
- 2013 - 2015 Chevrolet Malibu US models - excluding LTZ
- 2013 - 2015 Chevrolet Malibu US models - LTZ
- 2016 - 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited US models - excluding LTZ
- 2016 - 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited US models - LTZ
- 2011 - 2017 Buick Regal
- 2012 - 2013 Buick Regal excluding GS
- 2012 - 2013 Buick Regal GS models
- 2013 - 2019 Cadillac XTS
Customer Satisfaction Score:
93% were satisfied with this product
7% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- Manufacturer issue
Customer Reviews
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" - C12115
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (184 Customer Reviews)
Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.by: Thomas 05/27/2023
2017 Buick Regal
Purchased this for my 2017 Regal and had a local mechanic install it for me. Probably could have done it myself, but was not so inclined. Has worked out just fine, no complaints. I use the hitch for my Thule bike rack.
by: Keith05/15/2023
Everything in great condition. Part missing quickly replaced. Love the videos for installation.
Keith
5/16/2024
Had to sell the car with hitch on it, have 4 others. Will get another when deciding on vehicle to use moving forward.
by: Brian01/26/2024
2015 Chevrolet Malibu
This custom hitch is a perfect fit on my 2015 Chevrolet Malibu LT the installation was easy and fast with only having to chase the threads on the car's unused muffler mounting brackets This hitch has had no effect on the vehicles handling The only thing to think about with the hitch is when crossing ditches or speed bump like entrances/exits as the hitch will hit the ground. Another great feature is it required no alterations to the car and is only noticeable if you look for it
by: Joseph07/09/2023
2016 Buick Regal
Install was not bad. I had to buy a few additional washers and something as a spacer for it to work. The video posted on etrailers page on [online] for the Curt hitch said it came with a pin to lock in attachments, it does not, really big bummer. I will suggest shopping on etrailers to others but will inform them that the will need to improvise.
Jenny N.
7/17/2023
I know that this hitch comes with a lot of hardware. Was any hardware missing? You mentioned that you had to buy washers and spacer to install the hitch. I also wanted to ask which video talked about the hitch pin or lock? Typically, the hitches that we carry do not come with one.
by: William09/07/2023
Buick LaCrosse
Too complicated. A wiring harness that links to a rear tail light is much simpler. Aside from that the wiring works as it's supposed to, but the connector is stored in the trunk of the car until needed.
The Cort hitch works fine on the Buick Lacrosse, but will drag when entering or leaving a steep driveway. I don't think Buick intended for this car to be fitted with a hitch.
by: Mike Mazz03/28/2022
I purchased this trailer hitch for my 2020 Chevrolet Impala. They said the Car is rated for 350lb tongue weight,
and 3500 lb tow capacity (same specs as the Trailer hitch).Watched a couple [online] videos before tackling the install. Backed the car up on car ramps and got started. Install was not difficult at all. I've used the hitch for pulling a small utility trailer, a bike rack for my bikes and even a 6'x12' V nose enclosed trailer. I definitely recommend this Trailer hitch.
by: Michael06/17/2016
2015 Chevrolet Impala
I've had nothing but positive experiences with E-Trailer on previous purchases so on my new car I kept my business where it deserved to stay, shopping around locally I found eTrailer was actually the cheapest for the same hitch that others in my area wanted $300 for. Install was extremely simple, muffler would need to be lowered but luckily for my the factory mufflers were removed and replaced with flowmasters making install extremely simple, easy to install at home, will need an extra pair of hands to hold the hitch up till its bolted then smooth sailing, I installed this to tow my Jet Ski and already used it and didn't let me down. Highly recommended.
by: Jakob B.02/13/2020
Product arrived seemed promising watched all the install videos the issue came when installing it myself. I was installing on a Chevy Malibu 2015. The clearance for the exhaust is terrible. You will either have to replace the exhaust hanger to account for sag from being a few years old. After getting install there was still a rattle from the rear exhaust hanger touching. Wrapping a rubber hose around the hanger easily fixed this but still annoying. I have not actually used the hitch yet but as other stated it hangs pretty low. I’ll update the review after a couple uses.
by: Daniel05/31/2020
2018 Chevrolet Impala
I can't say enough good things about the experience with etrailer or the product they sold me. I got the best price and free shipping within 5 days from order date (MO to SC). They even fortified the box where pressure points would be in shipping to ensure a safe and quality product was delivered. Curt makes a great product and I hope to use both etrailer and Curt in the future.
the only recommendation I will make is, if they ask what vehicle this hitch will be installed on so they are not wasting shipping weight and steel on sending two brackets for different installations when connecting to the suspension mount.
This worked great on my 2018 Impala LT and the installation instructions were pretty clear as to which bracket to use for my installation .
I also bought the MAXTOW 1.25 to 2 inch adapter with a 4.5 inch rise for my accessory (Cargo Basket). While the actual tongue weight drops to about 100 pounds (factoring in the weight of the adapter, cargo basket and extension-physics) I only intend to store bulky light weight items on the basket and free up space in the trunk for beach trips!
by: Bob W05/25/2017
In a little less than 1 hour we were finished with the install, approx. 5 min. was used to unpack the hitch. Once the muffler was removed it was very easy to install the rear bolts but make sure you replace the muffler before securing the back of the hitch to the frame.
The trailer hitch will be used to carry our bikes to various trails and to the beach.
by: James 05/16/2024
great product, as advertised
by: GuitarDan05/27/2024
I went together well. Fit and finish are good.
by: Rod03/29/2024
Alex J did a great job with my order. He was very informative
. He got the order out that day but unfortunately UPS delivery was delayed a day. I would recommend you to others.
by: Mike W.05/29/2020
I installed this receiver on my new 2019 Impala to keep from putting gas cans in my new trunk, the installation was simple and works great . Just what I needed and would recommend it to others.
by: Matt B.06/01/2018
2015 Chevrolet Impala
My item was ordered and received in two days. KUDOS for the team that made it happen. It was just in time to have it ready for our weekend trip.
The installation was a breeze even though I didn't have a car lift at my disposal it still only took my son and myself an hour to install it.
See the finished photo below with the bike rack connected.
by: Doug B09/05/2017
Chevrolet
Excellent rack, the directions are pretty poor, but the etrailer videos makes up for that. Installed easily and works great with my Kuat rack.
by: John 04/05/2024
Fast shipment, order arrived in good co ndition
by: Dave 03/24/2024
2014 Chevrolet Impala
Well made very strong Good design.
by: Shawn02/14/2024
2013 Buick LaCrosse
Was easy to install and worked like a c harm
by: Joss11/13/2021
2015 Chevrolet Malibu
The receiver is a perfect fit and install was quick and easy (even without a helper). Hardware and install instructions are exactly as described. We can now easily take our bicycles to some cool new places to ride.
by: Ron07/08/2018
Very well built. Instructions are easy to read and follow. It only took about a hour to install which is pretty good considering I am 72 years old & did it by myself. My only objection is the box says made in U.S.A. but the parts say made in China!!! That's why no 5 stars.
by: Emily 03/12/2024
2014 Chevrolet Malibu
Easy to install
by: C07/20/2023
No pin included with the adapter.
Took 2 hours to drill larger screw holes. Thought it was advertised as a "drill free" install? Video for 2011 Buick Lacrosse specifically states it is drill free. Not on my 2011 Lacrosse.
by: Al04/14/2023
My order was shipped quickly and delivered as promised. Installing the hitch on my vehicle was relatively easy with the help of the informative installation video provided online by etrailer. Overall, an excellent experience.
by: Jake02/16/2022
This is the 3rd receiver I have purchased from Etrailer and they have all worked flawlessly.
Jake
2/17/2023
Awesome, great hitch - it is my 3rd purchase of this product for 3 different vehicles.
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Thomas
5/28/2024
Still nothing to complain about. I have used this for long distance transport of heavy ebike and rack and it has held up without any issues.