Mounting Hole to Backstop Distance for the Curt # C11681 on a 2015 Honda Accord

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Can you tell me what this distance is? Thanks.

asked by: Phil

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11681 actually doesn't have a backstop. The receiver goes straight through unlike other manufacturer's Class I trailer hitches. I confirmed this with my contact at Curt.

This 1-1/4" trailer hitch is a fit for your 2015 Honda Accord and has a 2,000 lb trailer towing limit as well as a 200 lb tongue weight limit. You will need to verify in your owner's manual the weight ratings of your Accord and be sure to keep from exceeding the lower of the two.

For all non-trailer loads (like a bike rack or cargo carrier) a stabilizer strap like part # 18050 is required per the Curt warranty. If you let me know what you will be using the trailer hitch for I can make some recommendations if necessary.

I have also linked an installtion video of this hitch on a 2015 Accord as well as the written instructions for you to reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

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 2

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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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

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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Answer 6

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.…

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Answer 7

You will need to open up the frame of your 2015 Honda Accord some to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11681 like what you noted in the attached installation video. This isn't uncommon for a lot of trailer hitches and Curt can't…

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Answer 8

To install a hitch like the Curt Hitch part #C11681 that you referenced on your 2015 Honda Accord you will need to trim the heat shield. For more info on that check out the install video and installation instructions I attached.

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Answer 9

Per manufacturer's guidelines, the towing capacity of your 2015 Honda Accord EX-L with one passenger in the vehicle is rated at 1,000 lbs. whereas the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch is rated for a maximum 2,000 lbs. of gross trailer weight (GTW) and…

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Answer 10

I did some research in the owner's manual for your 2015 Accord and the tongue weight maximum is 100-lbs. The 100-lb limit includes the weight of any cargo added to the weight of the carrier you use in the trailer hitch. The carrier I recommend…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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Mounting Hole to Backstop Distance for the Curt # C11681 on a 2015 Honda Accord

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