bing tracking image
  1. Trailer Hitch
  2. Chevrolet
  3. Cruze
  4. 2014
  5. CURT
FITS 2014 Chevrolet Cruze
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

Item # C11282
Retail:$299.95
Our Price: $190.95
You Save: $109.00
Trailer Hitch
Confirmed to Fit
2014 Chevrolet Cruze

excluding Diesel

Will this fit?

To see if this custom-fit item will work for you please tell us what vehicle you'll use it with.

Add to cart
In Stock
zoom in icon
slider vertical icon
zoom out icon
Comment field cannot be left empty.
Name field cannot be left empty.

Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.

Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.

Product Images

In Use/Installed

Customer Photos

Videos

Need help with installation?
Locate installers near me
Call etrailer.com at 1-800-940-8924 for expert service. We are your Chevrolet trailer hitch experts, and offer a great price. etrailer.com carries a complete line of CURT products for your Chevrolet Cruze 2014. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" part C11282 from CURT can be ordered online at etrailer.com. Complete trailer hitch installation instructions and technical support.
  • All Info
  • Reviews (107)
  • Q & A (0)
  • Photos

2014 Chevrolet Cruze - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

  • Class I
  • 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
  • 2000
  • Concealed Cross Tube
  • 200
  • CURT
  • Custom Fit Hitch

Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, Chevrolet Cruze 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
  • Hitches assembled in the USA, bolts overseas


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
  • Rating: Class I
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 200 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.



11282 Curt Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Replaces 11052

Installation Details C11282 Installation instructions
Weight Carrying Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
2,000 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
200 lbs.


Weight Distribution Capacity
Hitch does not allow
use of weight distribution



No drilling required Manufacturer Estimated Installation Time

Tech Tip

No drilling required for installation , Exhaust must be temporarily lowered for installation , Heat shield must be modified or trimmed for hitch installation






Customer Reviews

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" - C11282

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (107 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:

Hitch looks like decent construction for a class one bolted on perfect. If your car doesnt have the exhaust heat shield it literally takes less than 5 minutes to put the bolts in and torque of them to spec, if you have the tools. Good buy made in the USA and will haul my bikes. Paid extra for the 3 day shipping for the hitch and my new bike rack both shipped out promptly that day 3 days later it was here.



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

Very quick shipping at a great price!



by:
2012 ChevroletCruze

This is the second Curt I have installed on a Cruze. It is a well made product. Installation on my 2012 Cruze ECO was easy and took less than an hour.
As always the service from etrailer was great! Why even look anywhere else!



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

Fairly easy to install. Works great. Barely noticeable, when not in use. Doesn't interfere with clearance. Made in USA & reasonably priced. I highly recomme



by:
2013 ChevroletCruze

It took me longer to find my torque wrench than it did to install it. Lol
And the video is incredibly helpful



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

Great products and really easy to follow installation instructions.



by:
2011 ChevroletCruze

Very easy to install, just like the video showed. installed in about 30 minutes. quality of the welding looks good.



by:

Nice product. Fits like a glove with the install time around 15 minutes.Excellent service from etrailer.



by:
2013 ChevroletCruze

Quick shipping and well packaged. Great instructions with awesome video available online. Installed in 10 minutes!



by:
2012 ChevroletCruze

2012 Chevy cruze wiring harness hooked up very easily shipping was extremely fast. Also ordered the Reese hitch. Exact fit. Thanks etrailer



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

Mounted this on my 2014 Chevy Cruze with RS package. Fits perfect! Tucks in close to rear fascia and is hard to notice unless your kneeling or at a distance. Fast shipping from a Great seller!



by:

I have had this hitch on the car for a couple of years now and have had 0 issues. Has held up very well. I normally attach a 2 bike rack and have never worried about it falling off. If you are installing yourself make sure to set aside extra time during the install. Installation took 2 hours longer then I had planned.



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

etrailer.com is one of the best internet sellers! I have purchased several trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and other miscellaneous products over the years, and they are always prompt, courteous and accurate with their information. The hitch I recently purchased arrived on time, and everything I needed was in the box. Following the installation instructions I was able to install the hitch in less than 15 minutes, without help. As always, the fit was perfect and the installation went off without a hitch! Sorry, I couldn't resist!!!!



by:

Etrailers products always exceed my needs. I have used them for my past 3 trailer set ups and will continue to use them. Their customer service is excellent. The trailers hitches are so easy to install too! 10/10 would definitely recommend.



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

I purchased the C11282 hitch receiver, hitch bar, and wiring kit that all was perfectly matched to the '14 Chevy Cruze. I already installed the package after watching with the concise on-line video instructions. Great product, instructions, easy installation, and rapid standard shipping.

I considered purchasing the hitch package from a local brick and mortar store but decided on etrailer.com to insure all the parts were matched for my car.



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

Receiver Hitch fit the 2014 Cruze with no modifications. Took about 30 minutes to install. The nifty bolt installation tool (fish wire) was excellent. It is used with a bike carrier and a basket carrier for my brother's fishing gear.



by:

Built will nice, got it fast and was easy to install. Will order again when I need a hitch

Henry W.

6/30/2015

Great love it



by:
2013 ChevroletCruze

The hitch receiver for my Chevy Cruze (C11282) has a nice finish, appears to be very well made, (Nice welds and heavy duty material) is surely a great quality product, which will probably outlast my car! The installation was easy, only took about 20 minutes, and I didn't even have to lower my exhaust as the directions suggested. Very happy with my new hitch receiver and it works great with my bike rack.



by:
2012 Buick Verano

Great product. I didn't have a lift for the car, so fishing the bolts through was a little tough around the muffler. (There was a brace in the way so the muffler didn't drop down to much on my 2012 Verano.) Once that the bolts were fished through though, it only took about 10 minutes to get it bolted on and it looks great. Will definitely tell people looking to buy a hitch about this.



by:
2013 ChevroletCruze

Service was amazing what i wanted is what i got. would definitely recommend etrailer to anyone, very satisfied with my Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver.



by:
2014ChevroletCruze

The hitch installed very easily. I used a floor jack to hold it up, after I fished the bolt/plates into the frame. Made it much easier than trying to bench-pressing the hitch while trying to install the nuts... Very well made hitch, will hold my bike rack perfectly!



by:
2013 Chevy Cruze

Wow! I received the trailer hitch the day after I ordered it. I watched the video on installation. I thought there was no way it could be that easy. My 6 year old daughter and I installed the hitch onto my 2013 Chevy Cruise. I timed it and it took 8:32. In less that ten minutes I drove it off my wheel ramps. Amazing.



by:
2015 ChevroletCruze

I purchased this trailer hitch for my 2014 Chevy Cruze. The instructions claimed the installation time would take 15 minutes, and they were not lying. Could not have been easier. Definitely recommend!



by:

The Curt trailer hitch was relatively easy to install and is very well built. It took a bit longer to install than the video stated it would, but that was expected.



by:
ChevroletCruze

Second time is the charm. Careful when ordering the trailer hitch for the Chevy Cruze Limited. I discovered the hard way that the bolt pattern for the Cruze Limited is different to that of any other Cruze.
While this is known to those in the know, it is not apparent to buying public. It would be nice if the option would be a mandatory selection when placing an order for the Cruze Limited. This would have avoided costing me an extra.~$35.00 in return shipping costs.


25
107
Show More Reviews

See what our Experts say about this CURT Trailer Hitch

  • Utility Trailer, Trailer Hitch Receiver, and Wiring Harness For Towing With 2014 Buick Verano 2.4L
    First you will only be able to tow a trailer if your 2014 Buick Verano has the 2.4L engine and a single exit exhaust. The 2.0L turbo is not rated to tow from Buick and will not fit with Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11282. This receiver paired with a 2.4L single side exhaust will allow you to tow up to 1,000lbs according to your owners manual. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56288 will give you a 4-way flat trailer connector. This will connect to a Detail K2 Mighty Multi...
    view full answer...
  • Bike Rack Clearance Provided by Curt Class I Receiver # C11282 Installed on 2013 Chevy Cruze
    When we installed the Curt # C11282 and the Draw-Tite # 24882 Class I hitches on a 2013 Chevy Cruze, we found that the Curt hitch had a 6-1/4 inch measurement from the hitch pin hole to the furthest rearward point of the back bumper. The Draw-Tite was recessed so that the dimension was 3-3/4 inches. To determine if your rack will be compatible, simply measure from the hitch pin hole to the closest obstruction on the rack, be it the upright, the foot of the rack or in the case of a platform...
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Adding Rollers To a Trailer Hitch Receiver On a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze To Prevent Digging Into Ground
    To prevent the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11282 on your 2011 Chevrolet Cruze from digging into the street you will be able to add a Mini-Roller # UF48-979022 to the receiver. This could be placed on the receiver tube or you can also have 2 of them welded to the cross tube on the receiver so it will not hang down as far. This roller will roll along the street/driveway rather than digging into it with a sharp edge. Currently we only have bolt on options like the Roadmaster Rollaway Trailer...
    view full answer...
  • Which Hitch for 2014 Chevy Cruze Has Best Ground Clearance
    The Curt hitch part # C11282 has the ground clearance advantage by 3/4 of an inch. When we installed it on a 2014 Chevy Cruze we found that from the top of the hitch opening to the ground measured 10-3/4 inches and with the Draw Tite part # 24882 the same dimensions was 10 inches.
    view full answer...
  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Chevy Cruze
    For your 2012 Chevy Cruze you would need a hitch like the Draw Tite part # 24882. The Chevy Malibus and Cruzes are different enough vehicles that a hitch from one would not fit the other. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2013 Chevy Cruze
    The price difference and the name of the hitches are due to different manufacturers. Since both the Curt option, part # C11282, and the Draw-Tite option, part # 24882, are 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receivers with a 200 lbs Tongue Weight capacity and 2,000 lbs Gross Towing Weight Capacity they are pretty much the same hitch. I do recommend going with the Draw-Tite Sport Frame # 24882 though (the "Sport" is just part of the name of the hitch) because the Curt warranty requires that a Support...
    view full answer...
  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for 2014 Buick Verano Turbo
    There is a hitch available for your 2013 Buick Verano Turbo, check out the Curt Hitch part # C11282. I attached an install video for you to check out. With this hitch you can install a Class I rated hitch mounted bike rack, but you will also need to use a stabilizer strap like part # 18050. I attached a review video for you to check out for this product. The most popular hitch bike rack with other Verano owners is the Thule Doubletrack Bike Rack part # TH990XT. I attached a review video...
    view full answer...
  • Trailer Hitch Fits for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 2LT RS
    All three of the light-duty Class I hitches we offer for the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will fit all models of the vehicle. The trim level does not affect hitch compatibility. Of the three hitches shown on the linked page I suggest the Curt # C11282 since it has the same weight capacity as the others but it costs less. An installation video for the Curt hitch # C11282 is included along with the written instructions. You'll need basic tools; the only specialized item required is a torque wrench...
    view full answer...
  • Is Bolt Leader Wire Included in Installation Kit for Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11282
    I might be a little biased but I think that our install videos are awesome. Written instructions get the job done but seeing someone complete the installation on video takes all of the guess work out of it for me. I'm glad to hear that you also feel that they are a great help. As for the bolt leader wire, yes it is included with the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11282, for your 2014 Chevrolet Cruze. This is a custom fit hitch and offers bolt-on installation with no drilling or...
    view full answer...
  • Comparing Curt Trailer Hitches for a 2015 Chevy Cruze LT
    There are some subtle differences between Curt trailer hitches # C11282 and # C11425. The receiver is longer on # C11425 and they don't have all the same vehicle fits. Hitch # C11282 fits the 2011 to 2015 Cruze excluding diesels models, 2016 Cruze Limited models, and the 2012 to 2017 Buick Verano excluding turbo and dual exhaust models. Hitch # C11425 fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited models and 2015 Chevrolet Cruze models except for the diesel models. If it were me I would go with #...
    view full answer...
  • Best Trailer Hitch for 2013 Buick Verano
    If you do not have the Turbo and Dual Exhaust models I would go with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11282 mainly because according to our website the install difficulty is easier on this one than the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11282. They both have the receiver opening of 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" and the weight rating of 200lbs TW and 2000lbs GTW. You will also need the Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches # 3593 rated at 2000lbs and the Pin and Clip # PC2. If you are looking for a hitch...
    view full answer...
  • Can the Yakima HoldUp EVO be Used with Class I Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Chevy Cruze
    The Yakima HoldUp EVO # Y02480 is an excellent bike rack that I believe you'd be happy with but I do have to say that it is 50 lbs. When I looked up the online version of the owner's manual for your 2013 Chevy Cruze it stated that the max trailer weight for your vehicle is 1,000 lbs and that the max tongue weight is 10% of that (100 lbs). So even if you're using the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11282 which has a 200 lb tongue weight rating, you are limited to the 100 lbs. If your bikes don't weigh...
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • What Will the Curt Hitch # C11282 Look Like Installed on a 2015 Buick Verano
    Yes, the cross tube of the Curt Hitch part # C11282 that you referenced will be hidden when installed on a Verano like your 2015 Buick Verano. Check out the picture I attached that shows this hitch installed on a Verano similar to yours.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • 2 Inch Diameter Ball Recommendation for Curt Trailer Hitch C11282 On a 2012 Chevy Cruze
    The ball mount that comes with Curt trailer hitch # C11282 for the 2012 Chevy Cruze has a ball hole diameter of 3/4 inches. For a 2 inch ball use # 19258.
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier For 2014 Chevrolet Cruze
    We have a video of the Curt Hitch part # C11282 being installed on a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze and the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the rear bumper is 6-1/2 inches. We'll use that dimension when recommending a cargo carrier that will work for you. I have attached a helpful article that explains how this measurement is taken. The hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs. The hitch-mounted cargo carrier I recommend is the Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier, part #...
    view full answer...
  • Will Magna-Flow Aftermarket Exhaust Tips Affect Hitch Fit on 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
    I do not see any fits for Magna-Flow complete aftermarket exhaust systems offered for your 2012 Chevrolet Cruze so I presume you are referring only to exhaust tips rather than a complete aftermarket exhaust system. The installation of any of the hitch receivers offered for your vehicle should be unaffected by the exhaust tips installed on your Cruze. Many vehicles require for hitch installation temporary lowering of the exhaust to provide better access to the hitch connection points on...
    view full answer...
  • Curt or Draw Tite Hitch Recommendation for 2013 Chevy Cruze
    The mounting brackets of the Curt Hitch part # C11282 are much bigger than the Draw Tite hitch part # 24882. That is the weight difference. If it were me I would go with the Draw Tite. It has a better price, the same capacities, doesn't require a stabilizer strap like the Curt does with non-supported loads, but also because the lighter weight will make it easier to install. For trailer wiring you would want the part # C56214, for a ball mount part # 3593, and then for hitch balls part...
    view full answer...
  • Difference Between Curt Hitches that Fit 2015 Chevy Cruze C11282 and C11425
    There are some subtle differences between Curt trailer hitches # C11282 and # C11425. The receiver is longer on # C11425 so it stick out further and they don't have all the same vehicle fits. Hitch # C11282 fits the 2011 to 2015 Cruze excluding diesels models, 2016 Cruze Limited models, and the 2012 to 2017 Buick Verano excluding turbo and dual exhaust models. Hitch # C11425 fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited models and 2015 Chevrolet Cruze models except for the diesel models. If it were...
    view full answer...
  • Can a 1-1/4 to 2 Inch Hitch Adapter be Used with Curt Trailer Hitch C11282 on a 2012 Chevy Cruze
    As you have mentioned, the Curt trailer hitch # C11282 (and other brands) for the 2012 Chevy Cruze have 1-1/4 inch receivers. Because of this, to use a 2 inch accessory, you will need to use a hitch adapter, # HTAD. However, this will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the hitch by 50 percent. The Curt hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds, by using the adapter, it is reduced to 100 pounds. This means that the combined weight of the bike rack and bikes cannot exceed 100 pounds....
    view full answer...
  • Comparing Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 11282 to # 11371 for 2014 Chevy Cruze Fit
    The Curt # C11282 for gas models of the Chevy Cruze and # C11371 for diesel models of the Chevy Cruze are identical in the mounting locations. The difference is in the drop of the # C11371 for diesel models is 5-1/4 inches for exhaust clearance compared to the drop of the # C11282 being 3.88 inches from the mount to the top of the receiver tube according to my contact at Curt. The gas model will give you better ground clearance and will only work on the gas model where the diesel model...
    view full answer...
  • Will Trailer Hitch Options for 2011 Chevy Cruze Fit ECO Model
    Both the Draw-Tite # 24882 and Curt # C11282 trailer hitches are confirmed to fit all models of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, including your ECO. In fact, we have a customer review that was sent in where they installed the Draw-Tite hitch on their ECO model and it took them about 30 minutes! Out of both options I recommend using the Curt hitch # C11282 for your application. Although you need to use a Support Strap # 18050 for all non-trailer loads, it does not have a weld stop in the hitch...
    view full answer...
  • Will the Thule OutWay Fit a 2011 Chevy Cruze
    According to our friends at Thule, the OutWay 3 Bike Rack, part # TH56BV is a fit for your 2011 Cruze. The attachment hooks on the OutWay are completely coated in soft plastic, and if adjusted and installed correctly will not further scratch the finish on your vehicle. For ease and speed of installation and removal, the Raceway is the best trunk-mounted bike rack we offer. When installing the rack, Thule specifically states that the bottom mounting hooks need to attach to the metal bumper...
    view full answer...
  • Availability of Hitch Installation Video for Curt Hitch # C11282 on 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
    We do have an installation video to show you the process of mounting Curt hitch # C11282 on a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The video is linked for you. I also included a helpful article that provides additional tips for an easier installation. The written instructions for the hitch are also linked for you and you can review these to see the list of tools required, which include basic hand tools as well as a torque wrench like # ALL944001.
    view full answer...
  • Hitch Installation on 2013 Chevrolet Cruze and Use of Hitch-Mount Bike Rack
    Three hitches are offered for your 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, including the Curt # C11282 that you referenced. All are light-duty 1-1/4-inch Class I types that can carry up to 2 bikes (no matter what the bike rack's capacity is). All will install in an essentially identical manner since they all will use the same mounting points on your Cruze's frame. The link provided will show you all three. Two of these, the Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch models, are both made by the same company, Cequent Performance...
    view full answer...


< Previous



Do you have a question about this Trailer Hitch?


Info for this part was:

Employee Joe V
Test Fit:
Joe V
Employee Nicholas E
Test Fit:
Nicholas E
Employee Dan D
Edited by:
Dan D
Employee Mike L
Expert Research:
Mike L
Employee Michael H
Expert Research:
Michael H
Employee Jameson C
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Employee Adam R
Expert Research:
Adam R
Employee Lindsey S
Written by:
Lindsey S
Employee Joshua S
Video by:
Joshua S
Employee Alan C
Video by:
Alan C
Employee Zach D
Video by:
Zach D
Employee Jacob T
Video Edited:
Jacob T
Employee Kathleen M
Video Edited:
Kathleen M
Employee Mike H
Video Edited:
Mike H
Employee Chad S
Video Edited:
Chad S
Employee Chris R
Video Edited:
Chris R
Employee Wilson B
Updated by:
Wilson B
Employee Kristina F
Updated by:
Kristina F
Employee Isabelle B
Updated by:
Isabelle B

At etrailer.com we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time. Let us know if anything is missing or if you have any questions.