Does Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2019 Chevy Impala Require Support Strap for Bike Rack
Question:
Going to have a Curt hitch attached to my 2019 Chevrolet Impala. Is it recommended to have this strap attached to my car for a platform bike rack? Does it affect the warranty on Curt hitches? Thank you
asked by: STANLEY W
Expert Reply:
Good question; the Curt Stabilizing Support Strap # 18050 is recommended by Curt, but is not required when using a bike rack on your 2019 Chevy Impala with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12115.
It will not affect the warranty on the Curt hitch if you choose not to use the strap. There was a time when this was the case for the majority of Curt hitches, but that has changed so the straps are no longer required, just recommended. It never hurts to use a strap to optimize stability but it is not a necessity.
For a platform bike rack that will work with the 1-1/4 inch, Class II Curt hitch on your '19 Impala I recommend checking out the Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack # S64650 (budget-friendly option), Hollywood Racks Trail Rider 2-Bike Rack # HR200Z (mid-tier option).
I have added links to video reviews for you to check out, including an install of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12115.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Hollywood Racks Trail Rider Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Hollywood Racks
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Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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