Towing a Trailer

If you plan to tow with your vehicle, be sure to take additional precautions while driving. Only experienced drivers should consider towing. Plan your trip according to the speed limits for vehicles towing trailers, which may differ. Always observe the posted speed limits for vehicles towing trailers.

Remember that towing a trailer is different from simply driving the vehicle itself. Towing affects handling, durability, and fuel economy. Successful and safe towing requires the proper equipment, and it must be used correctly. Damage to your vehicle caused by improper trailer towing is not covered by your vehicle manufacturer's warranty.

This section contains time-tested, important tips and safety rules. Many of them are important for your safety and the safety of your passengers. Please read this section carefully before towing a trailer.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions:

• If you do not use the proper equipment and/or operate improperly, you may lose control of the vehicle when towing a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, braking effectiveness may be reduced. You and your passengers could be seriously or fatally injured. Tow a trailer only if you have followed all steps in this section.
• Before towing, make sure the gross trailer weight, gross combined weight rating (GCWR), gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), and trailer tongue load are all within limits.

Information

Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use proper equipment, and follow towing guidelines. See the owner's manual at https://owners.hyundaiusa.com (USA) for more information.