Replacement Hitch Installation Hardware Kit for 2017 Kia Sportage

Question:

Hi there! I recently purchased a 2020 Sportage with a new hitch, but had the dealership take off the hitch on my old 2017 Sportage. I plan to install the 2017 hitch on a friends 2017 Sportage, but was not given back the bolts from the dealership. I understand that Ill need automotive-grade bolts, but what are the sizes and specs for these bolts and washers? Thank you!

asked by: Cat G

Expert Reply:

Hitch installation hardware can be used only one time and that is probably why your old hardware was not returned to you. We do offer replacement hitch hardware kit # RHK for each hitch we sell and all of the aftermarket hitches for the 2017 Kia Sportage are shown on the linked page.

You'll note that we have both 1-1/4-inch (Class II) and 2-inch (Class III) hitches for the car and you'll want to confirm which type you have so you can select the appropriate hardware kit. Your old hitch should have a sticker on it with the class rating and a manufacturer part number such as # e72TR from etrailer, the item you referenced, which is a Class III hitch. Simply enter the hitch brand and part number in the fields on the RHK page and add it to your cart. We'll put together a complete kit with all of the exact parts needed to safely reinstall it.

I also linked a couple of helpful articles on hitch installation to assist you. The specific instructions for each hitch appear on their individual pages; the torque specs for that specific hitch and the tools needed to install it appear in the instructions.

expert reply by: Adam R