How to Control Sway With Trailer Hitch Not Rated for Weight Distribution on 2019 Kia Sorento

Question:

I was wondering why the hitches available for a 2019 sorento can't be used with weight distribution? I would like to be able to use one to at least control sway.

asked by: Harold B

Expert Reply:

The trailer hitches available for your 2019 Kia Sorento are not rated for use with weight distribution due to the vehicle and not the hitch itself; the frame of your Sorento does not have the strength to allow for the higher weight ratings that a weight distribution system can offer.

The good news is you can still use sway control with a trailer hitch such as the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch # 75908 that fits your 2019 Sorento. All you will need is the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 and Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts # RP26003.

What you will do as attach the sway control unit to one side of your trailer tongue and add the sway control bracket to your 2 inch ball mount, as you can see in the accompanying photo.

I have added links to video reviews of these products as well as a link to our selection of 2 inch ball mounts and trailer hitch balls; if you are unsure of the rise or drop you will need on your ball mount I have added a link to a help article which explains how to determine that.

expert reply by: Kyle S