Does Trailer Hitch Install on 2014 Mercedes Sprinter Require Step Bumper Removal

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this is for a 2014 Mercedes Sprinter with 4 cyl engine does this come in a model where the factory bumper step would have to be removed? I am concerned with the reduced clearance for this model thanks

asked by: Steven O

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Expert Reply:

There aren't any trailer hitches that fit your 2014 Mercedes Sprinter with the factory step bumper that would require the removal of the step bumper to install. When we installed this hitch on a 2014 Sprinter just like yours we found that from the top of the hitch opening down to the ground measured 17 inches. I attached the install video of this hitch on 2014 Sprinter just like yours.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has a standard bumper without the step, the Draw-Tite #75549 is going to provide you with the most ground clearance at 15" from the bottom of the receiver tube to the ground. If your Sprinter has…

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Answer 2

The hitches that fit the 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 with the step bumpers like part #75601 do sit lower than the vehicles that do not have the step bumper like part #75549. If you check out the two picture I attached you can see that the…

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Answer 3

Fitting a trailer hitch to a former ambulance can be pretty difficult since the rear bumper area is different than a standard vehicle. That said, I attached an install video and install instructions link to the page down below for you to check out…

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Answer 4

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13358 is a great option for a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. It will work with the factory exhaust without interference. I have attached a photo that shows how the hitch mounts up with the exhaust. I have…

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Answer 5

We haven't installed Draw-Tite trailer hitch #75549 on a 2014 Sprinter 2500 but on the 2016 model year after the hitch was installed, see video, it measured 17-1/4 inches from the ground to the top of the receiver opening. So from the ground…

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Answer 6

We do have the right trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 passenger van with a 144 inch wheelbase and standard bumper, from Draw-Tite. The correct hitch is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #75549. Then, if you…

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Answer 7

The Draw Tite hitch part #75549 that fits the 2007 Dodge Sprinter does not fit models that have a 30-3/8 inch wide frame like you mentioned. This measurement is the outside to outside width of the frame measuring from the two frame channels.

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Answer 8

The Curt hitch part #13358 that you referenced fits the long and short wheelbase versions of your 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 with the factory step bumper. To determine if your spare carrier will fit past the bumper when this hitch is…

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Answer 9

I do have some trailer hitch options for a 2011 Freightliner Sprinter but they are largely based on frame type (2500 or 3500), wheelbase (144" or 170"), and bumper setup (standard or factory step). I can't make a…

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Answer 10

The Draw Tite #75601 and the Curt #13358 that you referenced both are a fit for your 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500. They have very similar ground clearance but the Curt has the slight edge as it seems to sit a bit higher. I attached a picture…

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Answer 11

The Brophy Stabilizer Clamp and U-Bolt for 2" Hitch Receiver #RSCP holds the ball mount up against one surface of the receiver opening. The location as the top or bottom does not effect function. The u-bolt will be able to handle the weight…

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Answer 12

Yes, if you are not able to install the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch part #RM-062 and part #RM-061 with the lock bar facing up, you may flip it over and install it so the lock bar is on the bottom of the receiver. I have attached a photo of the U-bolt…

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