Does a Trailer Hitch Void Warranty of a 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Question:
I wanted to put on a hitch for my 2016 Rav 4 Hybird, I was told be Toyota tha if I do not use a factory Toyota hitch it would effect my warranty. Is this true also Toyota said they have a hitch however the after factory hitch is waiting for the instalation Manuel to be written the cost for hitch would be about $540 plus install cost. I feel this is only a way to keep me at the Toyota dealer . have you heard of anything like this for after parts
asked by: Frank
Expert Reply:
The Curt hitch part # C13149 is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and would work well for you. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
When you install an aftermarket part on your vehicle like a trailer hitch in this case, you are protected by the Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act. This act states, in part, that unless the installation and the part caused a problem then the warranty cannot be voided. I recommend looking it up online.
If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in 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 include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
For trailer wiring you would want the part # C56350 which I attached an install video for as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
more information >
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 525 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: Curt Hitch that Fits 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Q&A: Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
- Shop: No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket - Short
- Shop: Brophy Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Curt LED 4-Way Flat Connector (Vehicle End) Tester
- Q&A: Comparing Curt Hitches for a 2017 Toyota RAV4
- Video: Tow Ready 4-Pole Mounting Bracket Installation
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation - 2018 Toyota RAV4
- Video: Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring - Trailer Hitch Wiring - C56350 Review
- Q&A: Difference Between Eco Hitch EH34FR and Curt C67JR for 2020 Subaru Outback Touring
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation - 2022 Toyota RAV4
- Q&A: Best Trailer Hitch for 2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid for Bike Rack
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between the Curt Hitch # C22UR and Draw-Tite # DT55MR on My 2021 Sienna?
- Q&A: Does Installation of Trailer Wiring Harness on 2020 Toyota Highlander Void Vehicle Warranty
- Video: Curt Class III Trailer Hitch Installation - 2022 Toyota Sienna
- Video: Curt Class III Trailer Hitch Installation - 2021 Toyota Sienna
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Video: Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Sienna
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: hitch
- Article: My Trailer Hitch Doesn't Fit
- Shop: Brake Controller
on Trailer Hitch
