Which Trailer Hitch Fits 2020 Ford Escape and Allows Hands Free Liftgate to Function

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Was told I could not put a hitch on my Escape because of power liftgate. Do you have a hitch that will work with this?

asked by: Debbie B

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Expert Reply:

We have the Draw Tite hitch part # DT92RR that was tested with the hands free liftgate function of your 2020 Ford Escape and it was determined it allowed the function to still work. So this would be the hitch you'd want for your Escape.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The etrailer hitch part #e89YR that you referenced does fit the hybrid models and will still allow the hands free liftgate to function but you'd have to kick to either side of the hitch opening to activate it.

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Answer 2

With the etrailer #e89YR hitch installed, the receiver tube will block the sensors in the middle of the bumper, but if you wave your foot several inches to the right or left of the receiver, the sensors will pick up the movement and operate the…

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Answer 3

When it comes to the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C23FR compared to the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #DR47FR for your 2020 Ford Escape there are a couple of differences between the two that I'll go over for you. The first is the style, with…

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Answer 4

While both the SumoSprings and Timbren springs work to achieve a better and safer suspension system their construction give them some defining differences. I have included the parts in my comparison below for your 2020 Jayco Precept Motorhome. The…

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Answer 5

The Curt hitch part #C23FR does fit your 2021 Ford Escape and would be relatively easy to install and cost less than a Ford option. This hitch does require fishwiring bolts but since you've done that before it shouldn't be too bad. I attached…

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Answer 6

The SumoSprings Maxim Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SSR-183-54-1 can be installed without removing the wheels on your 2014 Tiffin Allegro Open Road 36LA, but it will be more complicated because of restriction working room. I've attached a…

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Answer 7

The main difference between the Curt #C23FR and etrailer #e89YR for your 2022 Ford Escape is the finishes. The Curt #C23FR has a glossy black finish and the etrailer #e89YR has a matte black finish. Their capacities and installations are the same. It…

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Answer 8

There isn't any drilling or hole enlarging required to install the Draw Tite #DT92RR that you referenced. I also attached a picture that shows the install instructions as well.

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Answer 9

The Blue Ox Patriot part #BLU37TR and the Demco Stay n Play DUO part #DM86VR are the two front runners for supplemental braking units for vehicles like your 2017 Jeep Cherokee. That said they are two distinctly different setups. The Patriot is a…

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Answer 10

The trailer hitch that I recommend for your 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e89YR because it has a matte black finish that does a great job at blending in with the trim on your vehicle plus it does a much better job at…

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Answer 11

I just confirmed with Curt. Depending on which model of hybrid your 2022 Ford Escape is the Curt item #C23FR will fit. The hitch will fit the standard hybrid models, but it will not fit the PHEV, or plug-in models. I have linked an installation…

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Answer 12

For your 2022 Ford Escape, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e89YR. This hitch is rated for a 3,500-lbs weight capacity, and a maximum tongue weight of 525-lbs. For wiring I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with…

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