Hitch Receiver Options for a 2017 Mazda 3 Hatchback

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I'm looking for a 2-inch hitch that will fit a 2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring hatchback. Can you help? Thanks!

asked by: Sonja R

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There are a pair of hitches which are a confirmed fit for your 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback, but unfortunately none of them are 2" hitches. The hitches which fit your vehicle are the Draw-Tite # 24914 and Curt # C11377, each of which are Class I, 1-1/4" hitches.

Of the two, I recommend going with the Draw-Tite # 24914 because it will not require the use of stabilization straps when using accessories such as a bike rack.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

All of the hitches made for your 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback are rated the same, for 300-lbs of tongue weight (TW) and 2000-lbs towing capacity. But these are available in two receiver sizes, both 1-1/4-inch like #24914 from Draw-Tite and #C11377 from…

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Answer 2

The Draw Tite hitch part #24914 that you referenced is a fit for your 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback with the appearance package.

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Answer 3

Trailer hitch installs and trailer wiring installs are totally separate processes. It wouldn't be a situation where "well, you're already half way there may as well do the wiring too." So if you wanted to start with a hitch now like…

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All of the pictures and videos we have of the RockyMounts WestSlope Bike Rack for 3 Bikes #RKY10223 are posted on the product page for the bike rack. We unfortunately have not had the opportunity to test out the rack on a Subaru Crosstrek. But…

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Answer 5

According to the owner's manual for your 2018 Mazda 3, "Your Mazda is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda." However, if you choose to ignore this recommendation then you will want to use the Curt Trailer Hitch…

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While you do want to get the clamp as close to the fork tubes as possible, it's not good practice to have the clamp from the RockyMounts WestSlope Bike Rack for 3 Bikes #RKY10223 touching the tubes like what you mentioned. If you check out the…

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Answer 7

There are two holes on the side of your frame underneath the tape of your 2019 Mazda 3. You might double check to make sure you checked the correct one as it's pretty easy to mistake the wrong one. I attached a picture that shows which slot to…

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Answer 8

The Draw Tite Hitch part #24914 is designed to fit inside the two tail pipes like what you see in the picture I attached. What most likely happened is your hitch got slightly bent in shipping and that is what is causing the interference. As long as…

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Answer 9

The problem you are experiencing is pretty common for vehicles that have seen a couple winters. What happens is the weld nuts get a bit of corrosion in them and that prevents the bolts from being able to thread. This makes it seem like the nuts are…

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Hitch Receiver Options for a 2017 Mazda 3 Hatchback

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