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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.
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The sturdy steel construction is protected with a matte black finish for added durability. This unique powder coating gives etrailer hitches a carbide-like appearance and a rugged look that sets them apart from traditional glossy hitches. In addition to being rust and corrosion resistant, the tough matte coating hides dirt, scuffs, and dings better than a glossy finish.
At etrailer 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 (586 Customer Reviews)
This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.Shipping box was ripped open by UPS. The cardboard box they put it in just wasn't tough enough to carry a heavy trailer hitch. Very poor packaging. The hitch should have been mounted to some kind of base plate like plywood or doubled up double weight cardboard. I've been on a tour of the UPS sorting line. It's a miracle anything survives that. I'm missing the mounting bolts and washers. The box of wiring adapter was also opened inside the large hitch box. I don't yet how much of the wiring is missing.
I’d give it 5 stars, but one of the bolts that came in the package wouldn’t thread into the frame. I tried all 6 spots and it was definitely the bolt. All the other bolts worked in each spot. I had to run to the hardware store to buy a new bolt. Thankfully they had the specs listed in the directions. Everything else was great, just bummed about the one messed up bolt. The bolt from the hardware store went in just fine, it was 5mm longer but that didn’t appear to matter.
There is a picture of the bolt, it looks fine but it simply wouldn’t thread. It wouldn’t thread into the little thing at the hardware store either they have next to the bolts to make sure you have the correct size.
Jed
4/24/2024
A year out and working great. No problems at all.
Jerred H.
5/16/2024
This etrailer hitch is well made heavy duty construction. I am really happy with the purchase. This can be done by 1 person but you need extra tools for the install. Example a floor jack,2x4 for balancing the hitch. With this new hitch I have extra ground clearance because the hitch is hidden. This will tow a 5x10 enclosed trailer with ease. The rear plastic cover you have to cut in half and shorten the screws that fasten the plastic cover down. Because the screws are too long and will scratch the paint on the hitch causing it to rust. I would recommend this etrailer hitch to everyone. Thank you again etrailer you have the best towing equipment. Thank you
I installed the hitch on a 2011 Toyota Sienna. The hitch was easy to install, you do need to remove and trim the rear cover that is underneath, but it is very straight forward and I felt like even a kid could do it. Would like to add that I did not have to remove the exhaust hanger, I simply moved the exhaust pipe over and worked the hitch into place. I really like how there is no big hitch hanging down in the back, looks very clean, like it came that way from the factory. Worth every penny and would highly recommend!!
I mainly use it to carry bikes (3). I installed it based on the video by myself with some helps. It serve my usage well.
It fit my toyota van perfectly. The rear height is low on the van so the close profile helps it clear curbs. The install video is excellent except you could show using a stick through the receiver to balance it better when raising it up with a floor jack.
Robert
6/26/2024
The hitch sits up as high as possible and does not drag over obstacles. I am still amazed at the way it fit my sienna.
Great customer service! I had to get my trailer hitch sooner than I was planning, so I called the etrailer number, and they were able to expedite the order and get it to me on time. Would totally buy from them again.
Clinton
6/22/2024
Trailer hitch works great! Had it installed for 1 year now, and no issues. We use it quite a bit to pull our jet skis, and it’s been awesome.
Sturdy, high quality, easy to install. I like that it preserves the limited clearance under the vehicle. I have a 2016 AWD Sienna and plan to use it for a Rockymounts 2-bike rack with a Kuat swingarm. The videos on e-trailer made installation as easy as it could be. I was able to do the job alone without lifting the back end of the vehicle (helps that I'm a small woman). I suggest if you do the same, use something to prop up the driver's side of the hitch and the receiver (I used landscaping bricks) when it comes time to install the bolts, so you're only lifting the passenger side while getting that first bolt in.
I love this hitch. It installed super easy using the video provided by etrailer. Bent the tabs as they recommend and didn’t need to remove the bumper. For the past year I’ve been hauling around bikes on my tow hitch bike rack and gear in my tow hitch mounted cargo box on the back of my sienna. I can carry so much stuff. I just returned from a month long trip to Maine with my cargo box and it was amazing, I was able to bring everything I needed. I love the way the hitch looks I and love how versatile it makes my sienna.
It was extremely easy to install, and I have trusted it carrying a hitch mounted storage rack. And now am towing a 4x9 trailer with no problems. Truly I trust it and my install abilities 100%
Pretty simple to install, I didnt have to loosen the exhaust pipe with a friends help. The video that etrailer provided made it simple for me to install.
Unfortunately, life got busy after ordering this receiver. It looked well designed, but once I installed it 18 months later, it didn't fit very well. Because we don't plan to use the full class III capacity, the 4 bolts that lined up should work.
Katrina D.
12/28/2023
It looks to me like this hitch was slightly flexed when you received it. This is pretty easily fixable. You can use a two by four and or a vise to bend it slightly back into position. I have a link below with more detailed instructions on how to correct this. Please let me know if this helps.
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Pretty easy to install. Using it for bike rack. Works great.
Michael
7/15/2024
It’s still performing as expected.
Awesome finish, with great quality materials. The Draw tite was probably the only competitor, but the etrailer version was a little less. I like the matte dark better, than gloss black. Did the install by myself. The exhaust removal was a little tricky but use WD40 let it soak in and it'll come off. Love the cleaner look, only the hitch is exposed and the rest of the frame is hidden. I can pull the hitch I got from etrailer off my Lexus GS300 now lol.
Installed in a matter of a couple of hours by myself. I used a QuickJack to raise the car up. Otherwise, I would have had a time getting under there. Also used a floor jack with some 4x4s to raise the hitch in place, and then secured with a tie down before getting the 1st couple of bolts in. The image for the cutting of the undertray is not very accurat; you'll need to cut more than shown. Hauled my dirt bike with a HF carrier and had no issues. Definitely recommend this hitch and believe it was worth the extra work to install the hidden version.
Jared
7/26/2022
No complaints. Still glad I went with the hidden version, both for aesthetics and ground clearance issues. Will probably get another for one of my other vehicles at some point.
Repeat customer here. The people at etrailer are something special!!! My favorite thing about etrailer is their high quality, high value and personable video reviews, comparisons and instructions for my model vehicle.
Shipping was stupid fast! Installation was a breeze because of the step by step how to video, did it in under 75 minutes. I got this hitch on sale too and saved a ton of money. Unbelievable!!!
Last but not least, this puppy is truly behind the bumper and hidden, I love that. And not worried about scrubbing the ground like i have in the past on a different model van and a different hitch. Thank you etrailer and great products and great service!
Jarrett
4/29/2021
I still love this hitch! Have used it a bunch on trips with a cargo carrier also from etrailer and with a pull behind trailer to pick up some dirt. Has been a great return on investment. Thank you etrailer for your services.
Great price and very fast shipment for such a huge box. Well packaged and easy to unpack. (I used the cardboard box to lay on as I did the install!). Directions were excellent. Only difference for my 2013 Toyota Sienna LXE was that all three bolt holes (In each side of frame) were the ones factory taped (Rubber gasket hole does not get used— and I taped over that one). It was tedious, but not hard. I woundn’t call this a 9/10 difficulty. Even cutting the plastic undercover is super easy. The head scratcher was finding out how to pull the bumper off it’s clips after unscrewing it. Overall I was very impressed with the product and the ease of installation. I really LOVE how the bar is hidden behind the bumper and all you really see is the receiver. That is SO worth the few bucks extra from basic models where you do see the entire crossbar. I also love that this is painted satin, not gloss black. Looks extra cool.
Paul
6/22/2021
All good. Super sturdy and good looking. Holding up very well.
Hitch is great but apparently with the bike rack the whole thing is too low for the minivan. It easily scrapes the ground.
I was worried this hitch would be too big and hang too low for my 2011 Sienna but I was wrong. The hitch is built heavy but to very accurate tolerances. The instructions were complete and straightforward so putting this hitch on was a piece of cake. Everything tucked up nicely and I'm not gonna bottom out in the driveway. Good accurate directions on how to trim the under liner also. Buy this one!
Great fit! Easy peasy installation! We installed it on a 2012 Toyota Sienna. My sons and I worked on it together and had it on in less than 30 minutes. We pulled the exhaust to the side instead of removing the exhaust hanger. We bent the tabs instead of removing the bumper cover. Installation video was super helpful.
This hitch was bought & installed on our 2020 Toyota sienna XLE AWD.
It was shipped and received at my house very fast, impressive. It came well packed with no damage.
My install was a little different than the paper instructions. My under body panel looks different than the instructions but I just held it up and cut out what needed to be removed & it looks great!
If you have one of these vans it’s well worth the money and time to install one, it sits 1 3/4” in from the bumper face. It’s very nice hitch!
Marc
8/23/2022
A year later and its great! Absolutely seamless, I forget it’s there. Walking past, getting groceries or the stroller, I don’t even think about it until I need to tow. I have zero regrets in buying it.
Perfect fit, and the installation video was amazing. Be careful of the template that the instructions show as to where to trim the underside splash shield. The template is a little off, but the video was helpful in locating it properly.
PITA to install for one bolt but trailer hitch seems well made and solid.
Dan
4/22/2024
It has worked out well for me. I don’t use it a lot but when I need to it is there.
Just installed it so I don’t have the frame of reference as a user yet. Installed exactly as video showed (2012 Sienna). I had problems removing muffler hanger so I just worked around it. Unless you can pop that off easily, save the time and wiggle hitch in place around the tailpipe. I had help for 3 min from a guy that held the driver side in place while I positioned the passenger side. Fit and finish look great, holes lined up, bolts went in well. As long as it doesn’t fall off the frame (no reason it should), it’s a well earned 5 stars. Only hitch I found that is truly hidden. Worth the extra $ and installation time to not have that bar visible across the back of the van.
Alan
6/26/2020
Product still performing as expected. No rust or wear and I continue to be happy with its hidden profile compared to other stupid, ugly hitches I see on other Sienna minivans. Then again, we are drivers of minivans, so should we really be giving any concern for appearance?
Parts came on time. Watched some YouTube videos before installation. Used car ramps made me easy to access. Figured out less work: Opened cover half way and no removal the muffler holder. Things fit as they should be. And ready to pull. Happy with the quality.
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Katrina D.
8/9/2024
Oh gosh, I am sorry about that Thomas. It is very common for the hardware to be stuffed inside of the receiver to make sure the hardware doesn't go missing during shipment. Can you check and let me know if this is the case for you. If not, then I am more than happy to get the hardware sent out to you right away. Also, have you had a chance to check to make sure that the hitch is not scratched?