Requirements for Installing a Class I Trailer Hitch on 2011 Honda Civic
Question:
Do you have a hitch for a 2011 Honda civic which requires no drilling or cutting, or modification to the car? Also, do you have one that the hitch is hidden, except the receiver square part? Are the hitch mounting holes already on the civic, from the factory? Thanks!!
asked by: David B
Expert Reply:
All of the three brands of Class I hitch offered for your 2011 Honda Civic will require some degree of modification to at least some vehicle components. All available hitches can be seen on the link provided. Among the three hitches offered, the Curt # C11391 uses a concealed cross-tube to minimize its visibility on the car, so this would be a good choice in terms of minimizing visual impact. Mounting holes are already on your vehicle but in some cases they may require enlargement.
With a Curt hitch you will need to use their stabilizing strap # 18050 in order to retain your warranty coverage if you will be using any non-trailer loads - bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth.
Please note that with a light-duty Class I hitch you will be limited to transporting 2 bikes (if that is your intended application). If you intend to tow you will want to check your owner's manual to confirm that your particular Civic is rated for towing. I have linked articles on hitch classes and installation that will be helpful to you. Also provided is a video showing a different hitch being installed on a 2012 Civic; the overall process will be the same on your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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