Will A Curt Trailer Hitch Interfere With Hands Free Liftgate Functionality On A 2021 BMW X5

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Does this trailer hitch interfere with the hands free kick-to-open liftgate feature on a 2021 BMW X5 sDrive 40i?

asked by: Jason D

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Hey Jason,

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C85VV doesn't have a tech note stating that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C85VV would interfere with the hands free liftgate functionality, but even if it does you can just wave you foot on either side of the receiver tube to trip the sensors.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

Well for starters you'd need to pay the cost of the hitch, but for installation that would depend on the place you go to. If you plan on coming to etrailer and having us install it, you'd need to call our customer service department…

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Answer 2

Hey Jason, We don't have any tech notes stating that the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76288 would interfere with the hands free liftgate feature, but even if it does just waving your foot on either side of the receiver tube…

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Answer 3

The Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT96GR will not prevent you from using the kick feature for your hands free liftgate on your 2021 BMW X5. The receiver sits in front of the kick sensor so it will not interfere with the sensor.…

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Answer 4

We have two really great hitch options for your 2020 BMW X5 M50i. We have the mostly hidden Draw Tite hitch part #76288 that only has the hitch opening hanging below the rear bumper or we have the totally hidden Hidden Hitch part #DT96GR which has…

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Answer 5

That's a good question, and there is no type of fascia or bumper trimming needed in order to install the Stealth Hitches #SH89VR or #SH25VR on your 2021 BMW X5. The bumper and fascia remains intact, though there is a small piece under the…

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Answer 6

I attached a picture of the Draw-Tite #76288 on an X5. It's from the install details so it isn't the best picture in the world but you can see the hitch. It actually has a ball mount inserted into it. We haven't had the chance…

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Answer 7

Yes, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #76288 that fits your 2019 BMW X5 does require some trimming of the bumper fascia, though it is not going to be noticeable. As you can see by the cut out of the linked directions, the fascia will need to be…

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Answer 8

The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit #SH25VR will not require any additional programming on your 2021 BMW X5. The wiring in this harness is passive so no programming required. You will be able to switch off the parking…

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Answer 9

We have the Draw Tite hitch part #76288 as a confirmed fit that would be a really great choice for your 2014 BMW X5. It's mostly hidden and has really great towing capacities so it's the best hitch for your vehicle.

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Answer 10

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76288 that is confirmed to fit your 2022 BMW X5 will require you to trim the fascia on your bumper and mounting plate. But these trimmings are not going to be visible with the hitch installed. You…

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Answer 11

The only trailer hitch we have listed as a confirmed fit for your 2019 BMW X5 at this time is from Draw-Tite, not Curt. For this, you will want to use the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76288. This hitch is a direct fit which…

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Answer 12

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receive part #76288 which is a fit for a 2019 BMW X5 (Non M-Sport) will sit directly below the rear bumper. I don't have any measurements or photos yet as we have not yet had a chance to install this but…

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Will A Curt Trailer Hitch Interfere With Hands Free Liftgate Functionality On A 2021 BMW X5

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