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

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

Item # C13133
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2017 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • Class III
  • 3500
  • No Cross Tube
  • 350
  • CURT
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Volkswagen Tiguan Limited'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 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
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA
    • Mounting hardware may be imported


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs
    • Not rated for use with weight-distribution systems
  • 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.



13133 CURT Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C13133 Installation instructions
Weight Carrying Capacity
Gross Towing Weight (GTW):
3,500 lbs.

Tongue Weight (TW):
350 lbs.


Weight Distribution Capacity
Hitch does not allow
use of weight distribution



No drilling required Manufacturer Estimated Installation Time

Tech Tip

Hitch is designed to fit U.S. market vehicles. Other market vehicles may not have the necessary holes for installation. No drilling required for installation , Fascia trimming required for installation , We recommend that all non-trailer loads (bike racks, cargo carriers, etc) should be supported by stabilizing straps, such as 18050, sold separately





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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" - C13133

Average Customer Rating:  5.0 out of 5 stars   (154 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.

by:
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

I completed the installation of your Class 3 hitch on my 2014 Tiguan in less than 20 minutes.
Attached a couple pictures for reference.
The bolts were torqued to spec and the only thing I added was Loctite to the bolts for added security.

Thanks for a well-made product.

Gary B.

2/10/2015

A year later, the Class III hitch has been flawless. Physical verification of the mounting hardware has shown no stress fractures or tendency of bolts to loosen or back out.Very pleased with the product and have recommended to others.Thanks Again!Gary

Steve

8/5/2015

Hi could you tell me what the ground clearance is from the bottom of the hitch to the pavement.Thanks

Anonymous

8/8/2015

Ground clearance is 13 from bottom of hitch to the ground.



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Overall had a great experience with etrailer.com, the hitch was of great build quality and shipping was fast!



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2015 Volkswagen Tiguan

This is my first purchase from etrailer.com, and I must say that the whole experience greatly exceeded my expactations in all areas!!! I just installed this trailer hitch on my 2015 VW Tiguan, and it will be used for towing a small camping trailer along with a motorcycle trailer. The quality of this product is FIRST CLASS, VERY HIGH QUAILTY, and the total install time was less than 24 mintues. The entire ordering and delivery process went as "smooth as glass" with NO problems what-so-ever. I will definitely be recommending etrailer.com to my family and friends and anyone else who I meet who is looking for a recreational supply company offering HIGH QUALITY MERCHANDISE and VERY PROFESSIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!

Best Regards,

Rob Gagnebin



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The Curt class lll hitch worked great. Seems like great quality. Michelle S. Contacted me to let me know the draw tite hutch was back ordered for a month and could they send the Curt so as not to keep me waiting. Excellent customer service! As for the web site and videos and instructions I’ve never experienced better. The follow up to make sure everything worked out is appreciated. The hitch went on without a hitch. ( couldn’t resist!). Even doing it on the ground in my driveway. Using it for a Saris bike rack.
Thanks for all the help.



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The hitch and lightning harness worked excellent. I watched a YouTube video and they were very easy to install! I am very happy with both products that I purchased. Well worth the money.



by:
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

Great product. Install video on YouTube made it super simple.
15 min install
Excellent service!

Will M.

7/24/2016

Great



by:
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

Build quality of the hitch was exactly as advertised.
Instructions were accurate. Installation was a breeze. Took less than 1/2 hour. Fit perfect. Installed on a 2016 VW Tiguan R Line.
Thank you etrailer



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2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

I was looking for a simple hitch system for a bike rack. A quick Google search find that my 2011 VW Tiguan has pre-drilled holes and welded nuts directly in the body frame. This little eTrailer hitch bolts directly to the frame w/ minor bumper facia trimming. Could not have been simpler. Now I only need a bike rack to complete the project. Great purchase and super simple installation instructions; of course, you should use a torque wrench, which I had.

Chris M.

10/18/2017

Its funny. I purchased it that long ago and installed but have not used it for a bike rack yet but today I added a tongue w ball and added a trailer to haul away some old decking from a deck we just demolished.Works great love it!



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I am happy with my hitch and the wiring kit. Because of the step by step videos from your website I knew upfront what I had to do to install it and the installation went very smooth. Everything was provided, no new holes needed to be drilled for the hitch. And the wiring harness connected to existing wiring without any cutting or splixing.
Again I am very happy with my purchase.

Hans R.

12/3/2019

We had the hitch and wiring kit for a year now and everything is working just fine. We use it quite often and never had a problem.



by:

Fit perfectly! Great price! Happy custo mer!

Michael C.

4/17/2022

Loving it!



by:
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

Purchased the 2014 VW Tiguan class 3 trailer hitch. Watching the etrailer video was what sold me on the purchase from them. The video showed exactly how to perform the install. Item was delivered in about 3 days. Install took 20 minutes. A great savings in labor and time.

Tony

3/10/2018

Great no problems I use it regularly.



by:
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan

Easy to order. The online installation video clinched the sale. Once I knew the details of how to install I placed the order immediately. Delivery was as promised. In 20 minutes the hitch and my bike rack were installed. The whole experience was a pleasure.

Gary K.

1/5/2017

Thanks Laura, I could not be happier with my hitch purchase



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etrailer is my new go-to for EVERYTHING tow related. Not only do they carry a great selection of QUALITY parts, the prices are as good as anywhere on line PLUS they give you detailed video tutorials so you can do it yourself!!!

Dharperwv

5/8/2020

Everything is still perfect, and I still cant believe I did this on my own! LOVE IT!!!



by:

Received everything ordered.
Had it installed.
And
just tested it out this weekend.
Very happy!



by:
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

Like many of the guys here, I'm used to working fast on my back, one-handed in the dark before my wife gets home. I haven't towed anything yet since I am still installing the electrical kit, but it went in quickly and perfectly.

The only deviation I made from the typical Guangzhou instructions was to cut only three of the four sides of the hole in the underside of the plastic exterior. This creates a "flap" that I later trimmed back to the exact size of the part once it was in. No one wants a huge gaping hole in their backside that all sorts of things can get stuck in after years of abuse. The hole in the instructions must be way oversized in order to fit the flange that holds the receiver to the chassis. I was going to 5-axis cnc friction stir weld the flap back into its proper position, but I'll probably end up just using epoxy.

Overall great product.



by:
2014 Ford Fusion

The trailer hitch receiver arrived when promised and was very easy to install. Fit and finish was perfect.

I installed the trailer lighting kit that I purchased from ETrailer at the same time. It too was an easy installation. I did need to extend the green wire, but everything else was pretty much as expected and it worked flawlessly the first time I tried it.

I highly recommend ETrailer and will definitely be back for anything else I may need.



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The product was easy to install, as described. Worked great then and working great now.



by:
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan

The hitch was a perfect fit and thanks to your video the profit wiring harness was also easy to install. For my 2013 VW Tiguan I got the Curt hitch and love the look. It is perfectly flush with the rear bumper. You are not going to bang your chins when you get item out of your trunk. VW help out by drill and anchoring the hitch bolts. I have put hitch on other cars and this was 10 times easier. No dropping down muffler and trying to get torch wrenches between frames and body panels with 2 inches of throw.



by:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

I purchased a trailer hitch for my 2010 Tiguan. I received confirmation of my order and when it would arrive. I appreciated this communication.
The process of installing was aided by the videos and instructions that came with the hitch. I am pleased with the quality, and excited to put it to use for my bike rack.



by:

Excellent service, the hitch & wiring fit perfectly. Delivery was on time as promised.The instruction video detailed made for an easy no sweat installation. I would recommend “etrailer.com” again & again.



by:
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

Excellent customer service: everyone was very helpful, product came within a few days, easy instructions and installation. Very happy.

Ryan P.

4/12/2018

Product is great. Thanks,



by:
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Excellent product and service.
I had
traded in a vehicle and have a nice Thule single carrier bike rack and wanted something for my new 2018 VW Tiguan Limited.
Watch their video installation a few times, by the time I was ready to install it it took about 20 minutes with measuring from the passenger side of the template under the bumper and boom, it was installed and tongued down in 15 minutes.



by:

The hitch receiver shipped very quickly, and installation was easy. All the necessary hardware was provided, and with a knife (for the bumper cover) and two wrenches, I installed it in less than 20 minutes.



by:

I ordered this product after I viewed the Video about installing a Hitch receiver for my bike rack. I checked around and it was about $700.00 project. Well that did not happen since I placed the order before finishing the video which was amazing and more detailed to instil confidence in me and I am not a handy person. The receiver came with detailed instruction on how to install it which took me less than 10 min. It was the right fit and and I can not be more satisfied. Now I can take my Bike anywhere with me and ride it. Thank you so much for the best customer service, reliability and the good quality of your products with a very affordable prices.
Thank You Again



by:
2017 Volkswagen Tiguan

In Maine we do not have a lot of trailer products shopping choices. Since living here I have ordered a number of hitches and bicycle carriers on-line. etrailer always gets it right and delivers on time. In addition their install videos guide you through the process making self-installation quick and efficient. Thanks etrailer.


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    The most popular option we carry and the one I would recommend for your 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is the Curt hitch part # C13133. This is a Class III hitch that would have plenty of capacity for your small trailer and since it is a 2 inch hitch it will have more available future accessories like bike racks that you could use since this is the most popular hitch size. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. When this hitch is installed it will measure 15-3/4 inches from...
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