What to Do with the Extra Trim Added to the 2022 VW Tiguan, R-Line for Hitch Receiver Install

Question:

New Tiguan R-line Black has more trim and such between bumper and muffler, and looks like some surgery is required? What do you think?

asked by: Bob G

Expert Reply:

Thanks for the pictures! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C13381 you were looking at is a confirmed fit for all models of the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan. It looks like VW has added some extra trim pieces for the R-Line model. Those will need to be removed or at the very least trimmed down significantly for the hitch receiver to be installed. I have attached an installation video. Removing or modifying these trim pieces will not affect the function of your hitch receiver.

expert reply by: Jerred H