Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

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Hi, Which hitch fits Mercedes 2018 GLS 450? Thanks.

asked by: Reed

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13190 is a confirmed fit for a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450. Curt has not yet updated this hitch to fit the 2018 model due to lack of testing. However, according to my research the 2018 model was unchanged from the prior 2017 for the exception of redesigned wheels which will not affect the fit of this hitch. Therefore, the Curt hitch should still work well for you it has just not yet been tested as of May 2018.

I have attached a photo of what the hitch could look like when installed for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I attached a link to the install instructions for the Curt hitch part #C13190 that you referenced. There is not frame drilling or modification but there is some heat shield modification required.

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Answer 2

In order to install the Curt #C13190 some trimming will be required in addition to the bolt-on installation. A section of the heat shield will need to be trimmed that is approximately 11" x 6" and also the outboard tabs on each side of the…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

You're in luck! I just confirmed with Curt that as long as your 2019 Mercedes Benz GLS 450 does not have the Mercedes Active Curve System, then the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13190 is confirmed to fit. There is no drilling required to install…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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