Will a Trailer Hitch Fit and Affect Liftgate Sensor on a 2022 Lexus RX 350

Question:

Hi I have Lexus Rx350 2022 with kick sensor. Can I install trailer hitch and how this effect kick sensor. Thank You

asked by: Marlena

Expert Reply:

We do have a hitch that will fit your 2022 Lexus RX 350 with the Curt # C73DR. This hitch will still allow you to use your liftgate sensor, but you will need to kick to either side of the receiver as opposed to just swiping your foot under the bumper.

If you were planning on using this for a bike rack, then I recommend checking out the RockyMounts WestSlope # RKY10222 which has a unique U-Shape that makes loading and unloading bikes much easier than most other platform racks.

I've attached a review video of the bike rack for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

Will a Trailer Hitch Fit and Affect Liftgate Sensor on a 2022 Lexus RX 350
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Jack W.

12/6/2024

Hi Jon, I have these same question about using my foot sensor with a hitch installed. I have a 2025 Lexus NX-450 F-sport. Can you send me a link to the hitch that could work for me please? I would be using it for a ebike rack. Thanks

Jon G.

12/6/2024

@JackW I checked with our manufacturers and unfortunately it doesn't look like any of them have a fit for your 2025 NX-450 F-Sport, and it wasn't something made in the past either. What you'll probably need to do is see if a local shop is able to modify a hitch receiver to fit your vehicle.