How to Install Hitch Receiver on Mitsubishi Outlander that is Missing Weld Nuts in Frame

Question:

Hitch mount C13163 There are 6 bolts, 2 slide through frame 2 are supposed to tighten up to a weld nut on frame. This Mitsubishi Outlander does not have the weld nuts. Have you seen this before and is there a way to fix it?

asked by: Jim H

Expert Reply:

Yes, we have seen this before and there is a solution so you can still mount your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13163 to your 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander. You will need a bolt leader like item # 80101-1 with a carriage bolt block through an open portion of your frame to basically act as a weld nut so you can install the hitch. I attached a video on how to do this.

You will need to source a carriage bolt (it will have square shoulders under the head of the bolt) the correct matching spacer block and nut.

expert reply by: Jerred H