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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Item # C13065
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The best technical support and full trailer hitch installation instructions. Great price Grand Cherokee trailer hitch and expert service. Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2012 trailer hitch by CURT are available from etrailer.com. For expert service call 1-800-940-8924 to order your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number C13065, or order online at etrailer.com.
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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • Class III
  • 5000
  • Concealed Cross Tube
  • CURT
  • 500
  • 7500 lbs WD GTW
  • 750 lbs WD TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Jeep Grand Cherokee's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete installation instructions included
    • Uses existing vehicle hardware for hitch installation
  • 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
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
      • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 7,500 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 500 lbs
      • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 750 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.



13065 Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C13065 Installation instructions
Weight Carrying Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
5,000 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
500 lbs.


Weight Distribution Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
7,500 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
750 lbs.



No drilling required Manufacturer Estimated Installation Time

Tech Tip

No drilling required for installation , Tow hooks, if present, will be permanently removed





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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" - C13065

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (363 Customer Reviews)

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

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Jeep

Great experience, best online price on this quality hitch, (discrete and looking much better than the model showing the tube running across and underneath the rear bumper) quickly delivered in a very professional packaging.
Thanks etrailer.com!

Pascal

12/12/2017

Thanks for the follow up, and wow! Time flies....I still love the hitch and put it to good use every week about twice a week to take my boat to the ramps among other things.



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This went on a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUMMIT edition. I wasn't sure if it would fit a Summit package, since it wasn't specifically included or excluded. It fit perfectly and was appropriately rated as 3:10 difficulty to install and 30 miniutes install time (as long as you are moderately mechanically inclined. Great solution for bike racks and light towing. Super fast shipping.



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USA made Thank you E trailer

Joe

5/18/2024

Its USA made and absolutely great Thank you



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2014 JeepGrand Cherokee

The Curt C13065 hitch was received quickly and installed in two hours by myself (73 yrs old) using no hoist or even a jack or creeper. Just laid on the double corrugated cardboard shipping box with my sockets and torque wrench. It tucks up nicely out of sight except for the 2 inch receiver. The install went fine and is shown with the Yakima Holdup 2 Y02443 both received quickly from etrailer. Both shown on the back of my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Highly satisfied with both.



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2014 JeepGrand Cherokee

Excellent product and very straightforward to install. Opted for the Curt T-Connector C55515 and will have my dealer flash computer to recognize new configuration. Already used hitch with trailer to haul several heavy items up to about 2000lbs with no trouble whatsoever. Should have got this years ago!



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2014 JeepGrand Cherokee

Bought this hitch for my 2014 Grand Cherokee to carry my bicycles. Customer service was very useful in completing the order. The order was shipped overseas to San Juan, PR arriving promptly and in excellent condition. I installed the hitch by myself in under 30 minutes without any difficulties. The installed hitch looks great. I'am very happy with this product and my buying experience.



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2017 JeepGrand Cherokee

Great product and great delivery time. Literally installed it in 30 minutes. Can’t wait to put it to good use. The only small issue I have is that the cover for the t-connector wiring harness is for a 4-port instead of the 5-port. Thank you.



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Bought this hitch as an early Father’s Day gift for my dads 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee ...fit like a glove!! Installation time 10 minutes!!..just a 21mm socket, impact wrench and torque wrench needed.



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2014 JeepGrand Cherokee

Anyone, and I mean anyone with basic tool skills can perform this installation in approximately one hour. Including installation of the wiring harness. A second set of hand may help holding the assembly in place while bolting it in, but not vital if you ate your Wheaties for breakfast. "Hats Off" to etrailer for making this affordable and a breeze to install. Now off to boating.



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2017 JeepGrand Cherokee

The box it was delivered in was quite destroyed, but no damage to the product, which is excellent. I installed it in 20 minutes, and it looks fantastic. Thanks etrailer!



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Easiest install and very excellent quality. It looks so perfect that this could be a factory hitch. I would buy from etrailer again and again. This makes the family Jeep useful and packing the boat and heading to the wild soon.



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I’ve had trouble finding a hitch that would fit around my aftermarket exhaust. 2011 Grand Cherokee V8 with Gibson exhaust that are wider than the stock exhaust. The Draw-Tite was to wide. The Curt hitch was a perfect fit. Excellent quality as well. If you have aftermarket exhaust or just need more clearance the Curt is perfect.



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Works and fit perfect Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017



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2018 JeepGrand Cherokee

Easy install I’ve ordered a couple Curt hitch’s from etrailer great product always happy. Super fast shipping also.



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2018 JeepGrand Cherokee

I’m no hitch expert but this receiver has been great on my grand Cherokee. I mostly use it to hold a bike rack but good to know I have towing capabilities in the future. E trailers had great info, particularly on the install, so I was able to save some mega bucks by installing myself, without having to cut my bumper. Also, have yet to notice any clearance issues.



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2012JeepGrand Cherokee

I was in need of a tow hitch and I came across etrailer.com - I was excited to receive my delivery, however UPS delivered my shipment to another address and I had to endure the process of filing a claim and waiting for confirmation and be resent another trailer hitch. When finally receiving my package, the process went smoothly: the videos were a great help!
I had a small hiccup with the wiring, however I figured it out quite quickly.
I would thank all the reps at etrailer.com ( Alley and Toni) that helped me along the way through thick and thin. You all are great assets to the company. I will share your site with all my friends in need.



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Ordered this particular hitch for my '11 GC because the reviews were good and I wanted one that would be relatively subtle in appearance. It definitely met my expectations - it seems very well built and the only exposed portion is the receiver - everything else sits up behind the rear facia. Installation was incrediably easy too. I added an OEM receiver cover and it looks very clean - almost as if it came from the factory - except I have a full bumper! Included are a few pic's exhibiting what it looks like installed.



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Fast shipping nicely packed great figme nt



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Fit perfect on my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Hardest part was removing factory frame bolts, 20 min total time for install by myself.



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mated up perfectly and didn't rust over the winter!!



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order # 109261947 .
I am 68 years old
and couldn't be more happy with Curt hitch model #C13065. Free shipping arrived in less than 7 days. Installation took 30 minutes by myself without a lift. I am very happy with etrailer.com and the products I have purchased from them.

Robert J.

5/15/2021

this hitch has done everything I needed it to do . best was the ease of installation and looks under the Jeep.



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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK - old body

Received my hitch very happy with it easy install took maybe 20 mins thank you etrailer!!



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Amazing customer service, made sure I was happy with everything throughout the whole process



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2019 JeepGrand Cherokee

Easy to install fit perfect on my 2019 jeep grand Cherokee, typically used for my bike rack, great product highly recommend



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2015 JeepGrand Cherokee

Great product, fast shipping and most importantly super easy installation on my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. A took me 25 min only by myself to installed and I’m really happy with the results. I definitely recommend this brand, fits perfectly.

Thank you. 10/5/17


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