Ford F-150 Trailer Hitch Buyer’s Guide (Canada)

Shopping a hitch for a Ford F-150 in Canada? Use this page to pick the right generation and class, then jump to your year page and real CURT parts we stock.

Built for Canadian F-150 owners. Free shipping on CURT hitches from Lots of Parts.
Jump to your year below, or start with the hitch buying guide, Class 3 vs Class 4, and wiring guide. Prefer the full index? Open the towing guides hub.

Official CURT videos (F-150 & hitch basics)

Public videos from the CURT YouTube channel (@curtmfg). Watch an F-150 install for your generation, then the selection / ball-mount primers.

If an embed does not load, use the YouTube link under each card.

Install: CURT 13371 on 2013 F-150

CURT · Class 3 hitch install (12th gen)

Class 3 install walkthrough for 2009–2014 F-150 owners.

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Install: CURT 14002 on 2013 F-150

CURT · Class 4 hitch install (12th gen)

Class 4 install when you need more capacity than a typical Class 3.

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How to Select a Trailer Hitch

CURT · Hitch class & fitment basics

Class, capacity, and why a vehicle-specific hitch matters on an F-150.

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Ball Mount & Trailer Ball

CURT · Drop, rise, and ball size

Match drop/rise and ball size to your truck height and trailer coupler.

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F-150 generations (quick map)

Hitch part numbers follow the frame and bumper — not just “it’s an F-150.” Use this map, then open your year page.

Generation Model years What to expect
12th gen 2009–2014 Class 3 options (e.g. CURT 13371 / 13368) and Class 4 step-ups (e.g. 14002). Confirm bed length and bumper style on the year page.
13th gen 2015–2020 Aluminum-body era. Popular Class 3 without a factory hitch: CURT 13475. Wiring often pairs with CURT 56413.
14th gen 2021–2025 (+) Many trucks ship with a factory receiver. Aftermarket Class 3 (including 13475 on select builds) still applies when you need a CURT hitch. Watch factory tow wiring and brake-control plugs (e.g. CURT 51436).

Always verify year, cab, bed, and any “excluding factory receiver” notes. Lowest rating among truck, hitch, ball mount, and trailer always wins.

Jump to your F-150 year page

Class 3 vs higher on an F-150

Most common

Class 3 · 2" receiver

The everyday half-ton choice: boats, utility trailers, campers within truck ratings, plus bike racks and cargo carriers. Uses a 2" receiver. Often WD-capable within the hitch’s WD rating.

Step up

Class 4 · heavier duty

Choose Class 4 when your trailer and truck ratings support higher weights and you want the hitch to match. Example for 2009–2014: CURT 14002.

  • Never exceed Ford’s tow and payload numbers for your powertrain
  • Heavier campers may need weight distribution — see the WD guide
  • 5th-wheel / gooseneck is different — in-bed hitch guide

CURT SKUs we stock for common F-150 years

Real parts from our catalog. Verify your exact year and options on each product page before you order:

CURT 13475Class 3 Hitch · 2015–2026 F-1502" Class 3 for select F-150s without a factory hitch (check exclusions) CURT 13371Class 3 Hitch · 2009–2014 F-150Vehicle-specific Class 3 for 12th-gen — see install video above CURT 14002Class 4 Hitch · 2009–2014 F-150Higher-capacity Class 4 when ratings and trailer demand it CURT 56413Wire Harness · 2015–2020 F-150Lighting harness support for 13th-gen trucks CURT 51436Brake Control Harness · late F-150Quick-plug harness for select 2017–2026 F-150 / Super Duty / Bronco — confirm year

Wiring & brake control on the F-150

Step 1 Know your package

Factory tow packages may include a receiver, 7-way, and brake controller. Aftermarket builds need each piece planned.

Step 2 Lights first

Use a vehicle-specific harness so turn / stop lamps behave. See the wiring guide.

Step 3 Brakes next

Electric-brake trailers need a controller + breakaway kit — brakes & breakaway guide.

Step 4 Troubleshoot

No lights or one side out? Use the light troubleshooting checklist.

Ball mount, pin, and ride height

  • After the receiver is on, level the trailer with the right drop or rise and ball size.
  • An unlevel trailer hurts stability and can overload the rear of the truck.
  • Read the ball mount guide and watch the CURT ball-mount video above.
  • Torque the hitch pin / clip (or lock) every trip.
  • Heavier travel trailers may need weight distribution — see the WD guide and sway control guide.

Canada buyer checklist

  • Confirm the application: Year, cab, bed, tow package, and “excluding factory receiver” notes before you buy.
  • Respect Ford’s numbers: Owner’s manual / door sticker beat any hitch brochure.
  • Plan electrical: 4-flat vs 7-way, converters, and brake-controller plug.
  • Salt & seasons: Inspect the receiver, plugs, and breakaway battery each spring. Clean after winter brine.
  • Accessories: Bike racks and cargo carriers still load the hitch — see the bike / cargo guide and lock & safety guide.

Related guides

Hitch Buying GuideClass I–V and capacity basics Class 3 vs Class 4When to step up a class Brakes & BreakawayElectric vs surge, controllers, 7-way Wiring GuideHarnesses and converters Ball Mount GuideDrop, rise, tongue weight Towing Guides HubAll guides + popular YMM landers

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