GL Class (X164) 2007-2012: GL320CDI, GL420CDI, GL450, GL550

Failed hitch installation so I traded in my GL450

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Old Sep 2, 2025 | 10:05 AM
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Failed hitch installation so I traded in my GL450

I needed a trailer hitch installed on my 2016 GL450 and after a few attempts, the place I hired to do the installation gave up. In my garage in Central Wisconsin, I now have a Curt Class 3 hitch with a 2" receiver (part 13190), Tekonsha Power Module (119191) and a new VW Atlas with a trailer hitch already installed (that I traded in my GL450 for).

Long story short, I don't know what to do with this stuff I got for my GL450, but I don't need it taking up garage space anymore. I've had it on FB Marketplace and there has been 0 interest. So, if anyone wants it and is willing to pick it up, it is yours for the taking. I'd rather it go to someone who could use it than into a landfill.

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Curt Class 3 Hitch, 2" Receiver
Rated to 7,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 900 lbs. tongue weight

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2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
2017-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
(Does NOT Fit Models With Active Curve System.)
No drilling required.

Tekonsha ModuLite® HD Plus Protector w/Integrated Circuit & Overload Protection Trailer Light Power Module & Installation Kit
Part No 119191
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Old Sep 2, 2025 | 10:15 AM
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NGL450 w/EORP, S550
@admin please move to classifieds or x166 forum
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Old Sep 2, 2025 | 10:35 AM
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No drilling required.
Yeah, but a TON of things come off (and do not go back on). I did my install of the Curt on our GLS. Nice hitch...the "no drilling" thing to me is a misnomer. I have a pile of screws on a shelf from the things that had to come off of the car.
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Old Sep 2, 2025 | 11:55 AM
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Shoot - my apologies for putting this in the wrong forum. I can create a new post in the right places.
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Old Sep 3, 2025 | 12:32 AM
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Good on you for giving this stuff up though.

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