Will Hitch Installation Void Warranty on 2019 Mini Countryman

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Hi! My dealer is saying that if I mount this, I am negating my warranty as they have had problems with others mounting bike racks and such to the Mini Countryman that was not intended to pull anything. I would only be putting my bike rack on the car once a month or so and the rack and two bikes weigh less than 100 lbs.... Thoughts? Its the deciding factor as to whether I buy a Mini or not. COUNTRYMAN S ALL4 is what I am considering.. I dont have any other cars that I am interested in at moment.

asked by: Kimberly

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Vehicle owners are protected when installing aftermarket items on their vehicles by the Federal Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act. This act states, in part, that unless the installation and the part caused a problem then the warranty cannot be voided. I recommend looking it up online. Also, it is not unusual for an auto dealership to discourage use of an aftermarket product that costs less than their dealer-installed option.

We offer two hitches for the 2019 Mini Countryman, as long as it is NOT the John Coooper Works model. They are Curt's 1-1/4-inch model # C11522 and EcoHitch 2-inch model # 306-X7387. Both are no-drill products but both do require a fairly involved installation that is best left to a professional. Pro install time will be about 2 hours; for a DIY install figure on 3 hours.

With either hitch installed I strongly recommend using a support strap # 18050 or a similar items to help steady the bike rack in the hitch. This will reduce some of the stresses on the car. Curt requires its use with their hitch # C11522 but it is still a good idea for any hitch on a very lightweight vehicle.

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Dave P.

6/27/2020

Do you sell a Class II hitch for a 2019 MINI Countryman?

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Chris R.

7/1/2020

The above-mentioned Curt 1-1/4" # C11522 and EcoHitch 2" # 306-X7387 are the only trailer hitches we have available for your MINI Countryman. Both are Class I models in terms of capacity, but the EcoHitch does give you the larger 2" receiver that opens the door for a lot more accessory options.

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Answer 1

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7387 which is a fit for your 2018 Mini Countryman has a tongue weight capacity of 300 lbs therefore the weight of the bike rack and four bikes cannot exceed 300 lbs. In regards to installation,…

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The EcoHitch #306-X7387 is specifically designed for the 2019 Mini Countryman, it won't fit any other vehicles. Also, from looking at the installation instructions, it looks like there are some cutting and modifications necessary for the…

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You're in luck! There's no need for a 2" hitch if you want to carry two ebikes! I really like the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike Platform Rack #TH903202 for ebikes because it makes loading and unloading ebikes easier. It works with both a…

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Answer 4

I called Torklift on your behalf to inquire about an EcoHitch fit for the 2020 Mini Countryman. They have not confirmed a fit for your vehicle, but we do have a hitch for you. It's the Curt Class I, part #C11522. This hitch has a 1-1/4"…

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Answer 5

I wish we had an install video for the Curt hitch you mentioned but at this time we have not had a chance to install it on a vehicle. The install difficulty is listed as a 10 of 10 but you should note that the rating has more to do with time that the…

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I have a solution for you, but the EcoHitch #306-X7387 is not a confirmed fit on the 2019 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works Edition. However, the Curt #C11522 is a confirmed fit on the John Cooper Works edition of the Countryman and will also give…

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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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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 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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