Exhaust on 2021 Mazda CX-30 Rattling Against Hitch

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I bought a hitch for my Mazda cx30 through your site. 1 I had a garage put it on but my car now is making a rattling sound and sounds like its hitting the muffler. Is that normal or thought? 2 what best recommondations do you have for a ebike carrier for the hitch.

asked by: Corey K

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What you describe isn't unheard of. Due to the rigid nature of the hitch construction, once the # EH55VR is installed on your 2021 Mazda CX-30 it's position is fixed, and it would sit in exactly same spot on any Mazda CX-30 of the same model year. The same cannot be said of the vehicle's exhaust system. The exhaust system is suspended from rubber isolators that allow the exact position of the exhaust to vary a bit from vehicle to vehicle.

The typical fix for the issue you describe is to gently bend one of the exhaust hangers that hold the exhaust up just enough to provide more space between the hitch and the exhaust.

I'll link to an article that explains how to do this.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Powered trailer wiring harnesses are not tested or rated for any alternate installation method. Installing it by attaching the power wire to a power outlet 12 volt wire will void the warranty. Also many times those outlets are not the only component…

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Exhaust rattling against a trailer hitch is a common occurrence but it is easily fixed. Exhaust pipes and mufflers hang on rubber isolators. The hangers can usually be manipulated to gain more clearance between the exhaust and the hitch. I have…

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It's absolutely normal. The exhaust system attaches to your vehicle using rubber isloators which means that the position of your exhaust can vary, sometimes by a surprising amount from vehicle to vehicle. However, your Curt #C11416 hitch is…

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I do show the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH55VR as a fit for a 2021 Mazda CX-30 Turbo. It is the only 2" option available for this vehicle. I was not able to find any reference to an exhaust issue but the exhaust and hitch…

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Answer 5

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C49CR has been confirmed to fit all models of your 2021 Mazda CX-30. This Class I hitch is designed for light duty towing and is rated for a maximum of 2,000lbs trailer towing and 200lbs of tongue weight, which far…

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Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH55VR will fit your 2022 Mazda CX-30 Premium Turbo as EcoHitch lists this as a fit for all models of the 2022 CX-30. If you were planning on using this hitch for a bike rack I recommend checking out…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 10

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 12

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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