Can Demco Base Plate Kit Act As Recovery Point for 2023 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Question:

Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item DM9519338 Baseplate on my 2023 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Can it be used as an off road recovery point? If I cant use it, where can I install the recovery hook?

asked by: Steve C

Expert Reply:

Even if it could act as a recovery point, the Demco # DM9519338 does not fit the Trailhawk. I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-521451-5 instead assuming you don't have active air shutters. None of the base plate kits that fit can be used as a recovery point.

All of them require removing the front tow hooks. I do not have information on where you could relocate a hook for recovery so I recommend talking to the Jeep dealer or a mechanic to find a solution to mount a hook on the frame. Another option would be to use D-ring adapters if you added an aftermarket front bumper that was rated for flat towing but this would be costly.

I have attached a link to all of our available base plate kits that fit the 2023 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk below for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H