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This custom-fit trailer hitch with a hidden cross tube installs behind your vehicle's rear bumper, leaving only the receiver visible beneath it. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.
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The EcoHitch Hidden trailer hitch is designed to be as inconspicuous as possible. The hitch's cross tube bolts onto your vehicle's frame, behind your rear bumper. No drilling or welding is required. Once the hitch is installed, only the receiver will be visible beneath your bumper. This means that your vehicle can maintain its stylish, from-the-factory look, and you won't have to do any major modifications to its body or frame.
With a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, each EcoHitch is made of a strong metal alloy that will withstand the test of time. The lightweight alloy is composed of recycled materials. Traditional steel hitch manufacturing can use coal or oil, which can contribute to harmful gas emissions. The EcoHitch's recycled materials limit the carbon footprint during manufacturing, so you get a sturdy trailer hitch while also helping the environment.
This EcoHitch trailer hitch is tested for durability and sturdiness. Using Finite Elemental Analysis (FEA), individual points of stress on the hitch can be detected and remedied. Designers can accurately test the hitch to ensure that it will meet or exceed SAE J684 standards. The EcoHitch Hidden trailer hitch is carefully researched and strength tested for a durable, high-quality hitch that can resist damage while on the road.
At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (107 Customer Reviews)
This custom-fit trailer hitch with a hidden cross tube installs behind your vehicle's rear bumper, leaving only the receiver visible beneath it. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.Installation was easy and exactly as demonstrated in the video and shown in the manual.
Good solid hitch. Arrived two days after I ordered. Took about two hours to install, I went slow and easy though. Haven’t used it yet, but it is solid as a rock.
Installation time was very reasonable, just a bit longer than an hour, with two people. It was a simple installation, and based on the recommendation of another reviewer, I used a little of the Loctite blue threadlocker. The vehicle's bumper mount studs do extend a wee bit past the nuts after tightening down, so that was good. I plan to use the tow receiver for a bike rack and my ham radio antenna mast mount. Glad the instructions included the torque specifications included, and an etrailer video on YouTube was also extremely helpful in getting all the required tools ready. I feel pretty good about this installation. We have a 2018 Bolt and needed to cut a "T" shaped cutout on the fascia, basically a 5"x3" wide, then 3" x 5" long. The cut was centered and fits nicely. We noticed on the first cut that was undersized that it prevented popping the fascia back into place nicely, so a careful accurate cut to fit is important.
Solid built product to mount a 2" bike rack on the back of my Bolt EV. Out of the way when not being used. DIY possible install using the tips from etrailer video.
Great product! Husband and I installed the hitch on our 2020 Chevy Bolt EV in less than 45 minutes. We use it for our 2-bike rack and it works wonderfully!
Like all things in the world today, it took a while to get here from the factory. However, since the video posted on etrailer website explained so clearly what tools I'd need and the process of removing and replacing the parts on the Bolt, I was thoroughly prepared when it showed up on the UPS truck. I'm impressed with how it fits and the relative ease of installation. The 2" receiver is just the right height and length for my bike rack, too. Anyone with a Chevy Bolt should have one of these hitches if you want to carry bikes or put a cargo rack to carry camping gear, etc.
Did install myself, was easy without any issues. The instructional video did not show a few key details, notably the torque setting for the bolts and how to pull the bumper body work off the clips from the rest of the body panels. Overall very happy with the results, if you're wanting to use a good heavy duty bike rack with your Chevy Bolt this is the one to get. (I work with bicycles for a living so I'm definitely putting this setup through its paces!
My 15 year old son and I installed this hitch on our 2017 Chevy Bolt in about 75 minutes. It went exactly like the video on the etrailer site described. I also bought a cargo carrier from etrailer and it all works great together. Very happy with the setup.
This is not installed yet, (weather), but it's strong and beautiful looking! And it's heavy! (A good thing!) Great welds!!
It's going on a 2023 Chevy Bolt EV 2LT. I will do my best to let you know how it went after it's installed. It would be great to have someone actually say, "It also fits a '23 model; confirmed!" But I don't know if etrailer's reviews system will let you go back and update a review. I'll try.
(Looking at it, I expect it to fit.)
Works great. Had it on in 3 hours including a slow trip to the hardware store. Low wheel well clearance for the torx bolts on a Chevy bolt.
Hitch is very well built with perfect welds and a nice paint job. Very easy to install. Quick service from the etrailer
I did receive the hitch and it looks to be in good condition. The only thing that seems to be missing is the exact measurements of the cut out for the 2020 V bolt. Can you send me the exact measurements so I can make a template.
I just use it for a bike rack. But the bike rack is heavy. No problems at all with the rack at all, once it was installed.
I'd been a bit bummed installing it because in the instructions it just tells you to put the car pieces back on in the reverse order. But if you do, you end up having to take the hitch back down to thread the car wires through first. Hopefully they have revised the instructions over the last year.
Do not be scared when the instruction state to remove the back bumper. It is very straight forward. It takes approximately one hour to complete the installation. The installation is very solid and attractive.
This hitch is more expensive than some of the other offerings for the Bolt but there is none stronger. This thing is bomb proof and perfect for carrying my bike rack. Installation was very easy, watch the video. I do not like the inch and a quarter receivers which is why I like this racks two inch receiver. Very Strong. Spend the extra money!!
Solid hitch, easy installation.
Hitch acted like a rear skid pan and saved my car recently! I accidentally drove off of a curb. The curb hit the hitch instead of ripping my rear bumper cover off. No damage done other that scratches on the bottom of the hitch. :-) Also, there is an alternate (and better) method for cutting the opening in the bumper cover for the hitch that can be found on you-tube. You make a hole instead of an open slot. This leaves a stronger/more supported bumper cover.
Great service, great product. Quick processing and shipping. The only reason I didn't give five stars was because of the heavy scratching on the item I received. And this was NOT from shipping as the box arrived completely undamaged. Probably from rough handling in the warehouse. I expect this item to serve for many years in the salt and road grime under my car...and to do so it should arrive with all paint intact!
Ordered and received this hitch for my Bolt last year, and just installed it a month ago. Excellent product, and good installation video. The included instruction sheet won't be sufficient. Also, the other pictures and comments throughout this list of reviews will help your clarity. One thing I must add is that, since the mounting studs are relatively short, there are no protruding threads past the tops of the nuts once they are reinstalled with the hitch plate in place. For this reason especially, and for this type of critical installation in general, I applied blue medium strength Loctite to all six studs before installing and tightening the nuts. There is also no guide for the proper torque, so I recommend a very snug fit with a short handled ratchet or wrench. Once done, the finished appearance is very professional and inconspicuous.
Fortunately there was a good video to go by and written directions included with hitch.
the hardest part was getting the plastic car body pieces unclipped without damaging them. Once connected to the bumper beam, the hitch was solid as a rock
Hitch fit perfectly! Install was pretty easy except for the amount of force required to remove the bumper cover
Hitch works great and it was a perfect fit for my Chevy Bolt 2019 LT. However, it is corroding now, and I never experienced that so soon before with any other hitch.
works well with a hitch mounted bike rack. The installation video was accurate and very helpful.
Easy to install and works great for bike racks . I like that I can use the same rack as my truck with the 2in receiver
Nice sturdy and straight forward installation as long as you follow video instructions. Put down some carpet to take your body parts off and set them down without scratching.
Easier to install than I expected. Watched the video and spent about 2 hours in the driveway and voila! A working hitch. Doesn't have many miles on it but so far it's perfect.
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