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Sep 24, 2026 - 01:10 PM
That is the correct part# for your vehicle Hitch yes.
Critical Considerations for "Hitch-Level / Low-Ramp" Bike Racks
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2" Shank Requirement: Avoid Class 2 (1-1/4") hitches or 1-1/4" to 2" adapter sleeves. Adapter sleeves extend the rack further out, halve your tongue weight rating, and create unwanted leverage/wobble when rolling heavy bikes up the ramp.
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Ground Clearance & Ramp Angle: The rear height of the 2012 Venza combined with the CURT 13356 places the hitch tube at around 13.5 inches high. This creates a low, gentle incline for loading ramps, making it easy to roll heavy e-bikes straight onto the rack tray.
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Bumper Clearance: The distance from the hitch pin hole to the rear edge of the Venza’s bumper is approximately 3.5 inches, giving ample clearance for most folding ramp-style platform racks without requiring a hitch extender.
