Parts Needed to Tow with a 2015 Honda Accord EX V6

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Hello All, I would like to purchase a premium trailer hitch set up for my 2015 Honda Accord V6 sedan. Highest class rated hitch, wiring, everything needed. I think the car is rated for 1000 lbs towing max. I have purchased from you before for a 2000 Honda Accord EX V6 and been using Thule roof racks, goal post mounted in hitch for transporting a canoe and bicycles. I have been very pleased with this set up. Please forward any detailed info/photos for doing the same high end set up for this newer 2015 Accord V6. Thanks,

asked by: Daniel H

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Out of the available trailer hitches for your 2015 Honda Accord I recommend going with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11681 over the Curt item # C11496. They are both identical in Class and weight ratings and come with a 1-1/4" receiver. Please note that Class I trailer hitches are only rated to carry up to 2 bikes.

The Curt warranty requires a Stabilizer Strap # 18050 for all non-supported loads, like the Yakima HoldUp # Y02443, but it doesn't have the weld stop inside the receiver (see attached photo) which prohibits the use of some accessories. I have attached installation videos for both trailer hitches for you to check out.

You are correct that the max weight your Accord can tow is 1,000 lbs. Since the owner's manual (on page 421) states that the tongue weight of your trailer needs to be 10% of the loaded weight of the trailer, that means the max tongue weight they advise is 100 lbs which is pretty limiting.

I recommend going with a Tekonsha wiring harness as we have found their wiring products to be the most reliable. If you have LED taillights then you want part # C56173 but if you don't have LED taillights you want part # 118596 instead. Installation videos have been linked for both of these options as well.

We recommend using the Curt Class II Drawbar # C45521 with either the 1-7/8" hitch ball # A-80 or the 2" hitch ball # A-82. You need a hitch pin and clip # F-4 to secure the ball mount to your trailer hitch.

Since the goalpost style accessories can only fit a 2" hitch you won't be able to carry your canoe with one. We do have some roof rack and roof canoe carriers that will work. If you want to go that route just let me know.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The hitch receivers available for your 2015 Honda Accord are all Class I with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening like the Custom Fit Curt Hitch, #C11681. Curt does require the use of Support Straps, #18050, for all non-trailer loads including bike racks,…

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Answer 2

Yes, your trailer with incandescent lights will be able to plug into the Curt wiring harness for your 2017 Honda Accord Touring sedan with LED lights without any issue; the correct fit is the following: - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness…

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Answer 3

I have reached out the the manufacturer about your specific question on the Swagman XTC2 #S64670. I have found that due to the weight rating on class 1 hitches and the common combined weight of the rack and bikes loaded, our racks are not appropriate…

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The problem is that the hitch you have is a Class I hitch, probably made by Reese, Draw-Tite, or Hidden Hitch. Those hitches have a stop punched into the shank to prevent the use of Class II accessories from being used. It is meant to prevent someone…

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Answer 5

Not only is the size of the trailer hitch receiver important, but also the class is important. The Yakima Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches #Y02445 is only to be used on class 2 receivers so it will not work on your class 1…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 9

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 10

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 11

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 12

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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