NorthGa

Hello,
I tried using an 'old' post to get an answer but I guess no one from that one has reviewed it or my question. So I have posted this 'new' post even tho its an old question. I hope someone can answer my concern.

my question:


I have attempted to buy a Curt Hitch for my 2013 RX350 'base' with trailer option. Getting a hitch is no problem from any of the 'online' companies. Getting a wiring connector is another story. They all say that their part does not fit my vehicle? e-trailer, e-hitch, etc........... I tell them I have the trailer package and all I need is the "T" connector but they say what they have does not fit a 2013 even tho when you search on their site it comes up with a part number saying it fits a 2013?????
I would like one of ya'll to confirm that it worked for you? or do I have to go to Lexus to get the wiring harness?

I have updated this message. I have contacted Curt directly and they will not vouch for a connector except for a 2012 RX or older??? I have contacted Lexus parts at a dealership and they are telling me they DO NOT sell a separate connector?? They said the 'hitch package' for a RX comes with all the necessary parts and connections which includes the 'proper' electrical connector.

I am totally dumbfounded by all of this? the 2013 RX is a third generation model just like the 2010-12 and I am guessing the 2014. What could be different?

I hope one of you 2013 RX installers can verify everything was able to be completed even tho the 'sellers' won't verify such?

Additional update:
I got a response from another Lexus Parts Department and they DO HAVE a connector......for $113!!! That sure is a lot more than the $20 ones I see at the hitch sellers???

Help...............

jrfiero

The one e-trailer lists worked fine on my 2013 RX450. The call it a T-connector, but it doesn't T into anything, it is just an extension of the wiring harness.

Jonas

vlad_a

Look under the rear bumper, on the left side of the vehicle. That's where a square 4-pin connector should be.
My '13 450h does not have a towing package, but the connector was there.*

*That doesn't mean the lights will work. If towing package was not installed, then the trailer lights controller will be missing. I wired a generic one into the factory connector behind the right tail light.

NorthGa

I appreciate you 450h owners responding.
I hope someone who has the 350 FWD with the 'towing' package sees my question.

I don't know if there are some differences in the wiring between a 450 and a 350?

Clutchless

The trailer wiring connector is a standard design that has not changed in years. They are just covering their asses because they have not physically tested the fit.

carrtommy

The connector that fits the 2012 RX350 worked fine on my 2013 RX350. I just towed a utility trailer last week and everything worked fine. The wiring connector you need cost less than $20. Unless you have money to waste, forget the dealer trailer hitch package. It is so over priced. The CURT hitch looks great on my vehicle. I bought a rubber cover to cover over the hitch when the trailer ball and tongue is not installed and I have to admit, it looks very great. The hitch can hardly noticeable. Best of all, I don't have any sorry looking advertisement stickers showing on a trailer hitch like I have seen on some trailer hitches installed on some vehicles.