Is 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Flat Towable

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Can you confirm that the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek with manual transmission is flat towable?

asked by: Tyler W

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I checked the owners manual of your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek and it is flat towable as-is which you can confirm if you check out the owners manual as well. You'd need to start with the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX3622 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle.

Then for a tow bar the Blue Ox Avail part # BX7420 is a really great option that's easy to use and allows the tow vehicle to track better behind the motorhome.

For lighting we have the # RM-15247. The diode kit that comes with this allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Answer 2

I checked the owners manual of your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek and it is flat towable as-is which you can confirm if you check out the owners manual as well. You'd need to start with the Blue Ox base plate kit part #BX3622 which is a confirmed fit for…

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Answer 3

To flat tow a 2022 Subaru Crosstrek you will need a base plate kit, wiring harness, supplemental braking system, brake light kit, and a charge line kit to keep your battery from dying on the way to your destination. Without modification you will only…

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Answer 4

In looking at the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek it is unchanged from the previous 2022 model year that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 fits. I recommend installing the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness #118467 so you will be able to add Auxiliary Lights…

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I would be happy to recommend all of the components needed to flat tow your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek with the manual transmission. Starting with the base plate kit I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #RM-52927-5…

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Answer 6

It is possible to use the Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar BX7445 that you have now with the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-52927-5 which is a fit for a Subaru Crosstrek. However, in order to do so you will need the Roadmaster Tow Bar…

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Answer 7

Though Roadmaster has not yet come out with a baseplate setup for your 2023 Subaru Crosstrek we do have another available option for you. The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX3622 is confirmed to fit a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek with a manual transmission. It…

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