Best Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2017 Nissan Pathfinder for Towing and Bike Rack
Question:
I am looking for a trailer hitch that can tow a boat and has versatility for a bike rack and so forth. I have a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder 4 wheel drive. Towing capacity is 6000 lbs. What would my best option be? I would love to buy American and support our economy!
asked by: Michael T
Expert Reply:
The best trailer hitch receiver for your 2017 Nissan Pathfinder is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13309.
You mentioned you wanted an American product, and this hitch is made in the USA, has a 6,000 lb towing capacity to match your Pathfinder, and has a 2 inch receiver, which means it is highly versatile for towing and accessories like a bike rack compared to a hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver.
It is also going to be mostly concealed, as you can see by the accompanying photo of the hitch installed on a Pathfinder. I have added links to the instructions as well as a video install for you to check out as well of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13309.
To complete your towing package you'll need T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118670; for a bike rack I recommend the Hollywood Racks Trail Rider 2-Bike Rack # HR200Z for a budget-friendly option or the Yakima HoldUp 2-Bike Rack # Y02443 for something a bit easier to use and with a higher capacity. I've added links to video reviews of both racks on a Pathfinder for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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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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Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Yakima
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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