Tow Hitch

[ninarn1]

I have a 2011 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD, and I was just told by someone in the service department of my local dealership that the only tow hitch that can be installed on this vehicle is a class 1 hitch which is only for a bike rack, not for towing. I am livid as this is an SUV and a very large part of my reason for buying it! Someone please tell me they are wrong and that I can at least tow a small trailer with this vehicle?

 

[FR-425]

Option package 53G is the factory class III towing package.

Did you discuss this option with your dealer?

Check out this link.

http://www.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/towingguides/11FLMRVTT_ExplorerNov18.pdf

This gal may be best to talk to:

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[Rubberhead]

You should be good up to 2,000 lbs; that's a Class I tow hitch.

 

[Rubberhead]

It's always a good idea to buy the tow package on any new vehicle even if you don't plan to tow. The upgraded transmission and engine coolers will add longevity to your vehicle.

 

[xder345]

I added a class I hitch to the Freestyle back in the day and I towed plenty of times with it. Pulled a 5x7 U-Haul box trailer with a couple of mopeds and a bunch of other stuff in it over 600 miles. Not a problem.

You are limited compared to the factory tow package (which I got this time around). I believe 2000lbs (vs 5000) and 200lb max tongue weight.