Will the Draw-Tite # 75684 Fit On a 2011 Kia Sorento with 18 Inch Spare Wheel and Tire

Question:

I have a 2011 Kia Sorento and want your 2 hitch. My question is: will my 18 spare still come down? Is the hitch built so it curves out and around from the spare? I know the exhaust does not need to be lowered, but I was not sure the hitch would clear the 18 spare. Thanks

asked by: Don F

Expert Reply:

As Long as your 18 inch spare wheel and tire are the factory original size spare wheel and tire combination then the Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch, item # 75684, will bolt right up without lowering the exhaust or removing the spare tire. I have included a video of the installation of the 75684 for your review.

If the 18 inch spare wheel and tire are not the factory size wheel and tire combination, the manufacturers of hitches do not test for the larger wheel and tire combination. I can not say for sure that any hitch will fit with the spare tire installed in the original location. The possibility exists that the hitch can be installed and the spare tire will either fit or just have to be pushed back as it is raised into position but I cannot guarantee fit with aftermarket equipment installed.

expert reply by: Robert G