Will a Trailer Hitch from a 2009 Ford Escape Fit a 2001 Ford Escape

Question:

Would a hitch from a 2009 Escape FWD fit a 2001 Escape with 4WD

asked by: Ron

Expert Reply:

No, the 2001 and 2009 Ford Escapes require different hitches due to differences between the platforms each of those generations is built on. For a 2001 Ford Escape I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 75118. This is a Class III trailer hitch with a 2 inch receiver. I have included a link to a video showing installation for you.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

And for trailer wiring you can use # 118343 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle. I have linked a video showing installation of the wiring as well.

expert reply by: Michael H