Tow with confidence behind your Ford Escape. The CURT 13629 is a vehicle-specific Class 3 trailer hitch engineered to bolt directly onto the Escape's factory frame without cutting, drilling, or major modifications. Whether you're hauling a bike rack, cargo carrier, small utility trailer, or a lightweight camper, this hitch gives you a solid, rated connection point right where you need it.
CURT designs each hitch in its lineup to match a specific vehicle's frame geometry, bumper cutouts, and mounting points. The 13629 is not a universal hitch adapted with brackets -- it is built from the ground up for the Ford Escape. That means the mounting holes line up with existing frame locations, the receiver tube sits at the correct height relative to the bumper, and no custom fabrication is required for a clean installation.
At 35 lbs and measuring 41 inches long by 19 inches wide by 9 inches tall, this hitch ships ready to install. Most owners complete the job with basic hand tools in a standard driveway or garage setting. Hardware is included.
Standard 2-inch x 2-inch receiver opening accepts the widest range of Class 3 hitch accessories, from ball mounts to bike racks to cargo carriers.
Supports up to 3,500 lb gross trailer weight (GTW) and 525 lb tongue weight (TW) when the vehicle's towing capacity allows -- always confirm with your Escape's owner manual.
Engineered exclusively for the Ford Escape. Mounting points align with factory frame locations for a clean, rattle-free installation without drilling.
CURT applies a black powder-coat finish over welded steel construction to resist rust and corrosion from road salt, rain, and UV exposure.
The 2-inch receiver on the 13629 opens up a large catalog of hitch accessories. Common applications for Ford Escape owners include:
Always verify the actual towing capacity published in your specific Escape's owner manual, as the vehicle rating -- not the hitch rating -- is the limiting factor for towing.
The 13629 belongs to CURT's Custom Fit Hitch lineup, which covers hundreds of specific vehicle applications with precisely engineered receiver hitches. Within the CURT numbering system, part numbers in the 13xxx range typically designate Class 3 applications. This hitch is the correct CURT solution for the Ford Escape when a 2-inch receiver and Class 3 capacity are required.
If your Escape application calls for lighter-duty use -- such as a rear bike rack only -- CURT also offers Class 1 and Class 2 options for the Escape in their catalog. The 13629 is the top-rated option in the lineup for owners who want maximum flexibility and the widest accessory compatibility.
Most Ford Escape owners complete this install in 60 to 90 minutes with basic hand tools. The general process involves:
No welding, no cutting, and no custom brackets are required. All necessary mounting hardware is included in the box.
The CURT 13629 hitch receiver is sold without a ball mount, hitch ball, or trailer wiring harness. Depending on your planned use, you may also need: