etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
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etrailer Trailer Hitch - e98839
- Class III
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Visible Cross Tube
- etrailer
- 525 lbs TW
- Custom Fit Hitch
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.
Features:
- Custom-fit trailer hitch lets you tow a trailer or carry a bike rack or cargo carrier with your vehicle
- Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
- Bolt-on installation - no welding required
- Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer
- Matte black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
- Stylish, round-tube design
- Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
- Made in the USA
- Mounting hardware may be imported
Specs:
- Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
- Rating: Class III
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 525 lbs
- Not rated for use with weight distribution systems
- Limited lifetime warranty
Rugged, Matte Black Finish
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.
etrailer Technical Support
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.
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Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2014 - 2018 Subaru Forester
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- Arrived Damaged
Customer Reviews
etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" - e98839
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (806 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.by: John04/25/2023
2015 Subaru Forester
Fit like a glove on my 2015 Forester, excellent instructions. Shipping box was destroyed in transit but no parts were missing. Total install time using a lift was 40 minutes.
by: Cody08/02/2023
2017 Subaru Forester
The trailer hitch receiver was delivered timely and it is stout. Looking forward to using it. It went on as shown in the very helpful instructional video. It came with all the parts wisely taped to it because the box was trashed in transportation. The one other issue was that one of the rectangular metal washers was stamped/punched off center so it’s open on one side. Hopefully with everything else intact and solidly put together it shouldn’t be a problem.
Jenny N.
8/4/2023
Actually the square spacer will need to be replaced. I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you to take care of it.
by: Corey 04/28/2023
2018 Subaru Forester
Hitch itself is solid and great quality. Clean finish and extremely durable. Definitely make sure you have the right tools to complete the DIY install. Took about 3-4 hours to do on my own. Easy enough to do if you have the tools and time.
Negative: the hitch on my 2018 Subaru Forester places any attachments (cargo hauler, bike rike, etc) in direct alignment with the muffler exhaust. Did not realize that at first and melted several boxes on a long car trip. So will need an attachment to raise the carriers as looked into altering the direction of the muffler and most places told me it was not possible
Corey
4/29/2024
Working great still! No rust on it one year later. Has had multiple trips under its belt in a years time
by: David 05/06/2023
2016 Subaru Forester
I actually received it yesterday, 3 days ahead of when they said it would be here. I installed it yesterday. Took me a couple of hours. The person that devised the "fish wire system" needs to be congratulated. It worked so slick. The hitch is well made. I have absolutely zero complaints.
David
5/7/2024
It is just fine. I remember putting it on was easy due to the fish wires on the bolts that were inside the frame. Your Company bailed me out when I could not find wheel hub bearing covers that were the correct size. In the future I will not hesitate to go to your website to get what I need.
Bryce D.
5/23/2024
@David Glad to hear that, David!
by: Henry05/07/2022
This hitch looks like it will last as long as the car. The installation is straight forward. Just follow the video instructions. I was able to do it myself with ramps and a creeper. (Like a redneck)
Henry
5/8/2023
This hitch is holding up very well. Excellent product.
by: Christopher03/11/2024
Pleasantly surprised. Worked well. Put heat shield back up after install with only 3 of 4 screws, cut it just around the frame hitch bolts.
by: Geoffrey04/03/2024
2015 Subaru Forester
Relatively easy install, with more effort spent removing exhaust than anything else. Note you will have to cut/drill to expand a hole as detailed in the instruction video. This wasn't a big deal but a step I didn't notice.
by: David 03/10/2023
2017 Subaru Forester
Easy install! Didn't need to widen any frame holes, either, as I was able to reach all existing holes with fish wires from rear of channel.
David
3/11/2024
This has been clean and solid from day one. I heartily recommend.
by: Ralph 05/12/2024
2018 Subaru Forester
The hitch shipped quickly and arrived in good condition.
It's ruggedly built and fit perfectly on my 2018 Forester.
The installation videos were great and helped a lot. I knew just what to expect and the installation went well.
I'm very happy with the product and the company.
by: Jeff 04/09/2023
2018 Subaru Forester
Installation was easy and fit correctly! Packaging could have been better, but everything was there
Jeff
4/10/2024
Still a great product after 1 year. I’ve had zero problems with this hitch receiver.
by: Seth05/10/2024
Super easy to install. With two guys and less than an hour it was practically plug and play. It’s held up strong and hasn’t caused any concern as I’ve pulled quite a bit with it. Would highly recommend, save the money and install yourself.
by: Ryan 03/28/2024
Quality hitch. Decent price. The only negative thing I could say is that their installation video has you remove and not reinstall the heat shields. I just trimmed mine around the hitch and then reinstalled them. To me it did not make sense to leave them out completely.
by: Sean04/02/2023
2017 Subaru Forester
The hitch receiver arrived on time and as described. The instructions were well made and easy to understand and the online resources for assistance with dropping the exhaust and installation were very helpful too. The installation went well and was actually pretty straight forward.
by: Marc06/24/2023
2018 Subaru Forester
Perfect Fit, Great Install Instructions and Fair Price. . . what more could you want. They do their best to package but . . . Fortunately nothing damaged.
I have purchased from etrailer many times in the past and they have excellent customer service and support. If they have what you want = purchase it.
by: Timothy03/15/2024
2018 Subaru Forester
Arrived in 2 days, no damage despite carton a little beat up. Install on 2018 Forester straight forward, video very helpful but there is a third exhaust hangar ahead of the rear axle which helps to remove, too. Also, very easy to trim off a bit of the heat shield and reinstall it if desired. Excellent fit and appears to be excellent quality. Great experience once again with eTrailer.
by: Anna 05/13/2023
2017 Subaru Forester
Very sturdy easy to use, but could not take it off for winter.
Anna B.
5/14/2024
Had to oil it with WD-40 moves better now, Continues to be very functional. Only problem is I can’t take it off in the winter time.
by: Gary05/23/2020
2014 Subaru Forester
The hitch and wire harness arrived on time and undamaged and exactly s ordered. My son and I installed the hitch today, took about an hour and fifteen minutes once we gathered up the necessary tools and laid out the parts and backed the car onto ramps. We beforehand watched the video and followed the procedure as shown. Very helpful. They did not mention, however that the third exhaust hanger is on the tail pipe behind the rear axle, not on the muffler itself. Dropping and supporting the muffler allowed easy access to the mounting area. We also modified the heat shield to fit around the hitch mounts rather than discard it. Installed the wire harness later, again after watching the video. Again, the video very helpful and exact. Took about a half hour. The hitch fit perfectly and looks great. Thank you etrailer.
Gary G.
5/24/2021
My original review stands. Still a great way to hitch up.
by: Paul04/24/2024
Hitch is great but I found out the forester can only tow 1500 lbs! Is that true
Jenny N.
4/25/2024
Yes, per the manual that I looked into, the vehicle is rated to tow up to 1500 pound trailer. You do want to go by the manual when it comes to towing. So in this came the hitch is rated higher then what the vehicle is meant to handle.
by: Mark 11/23/2023
Came complete with all needed hardware and my mechanic easily installed the hitch. Used the two bike rack to haul our bikes problem-free. Good job etrailer!
by: Andrew 03/28/2024
Works great for my off-road cargo set u p.
by: Matt C02/05/2024
Excellent product and customer service. Hitch was easy to install and still works/looks great after a year of use.
by: Gary 12/02/2023
2018 Subaru Forester
The trailer hitch receiver arrived as scheduled, a mere 3 days after I ordered it. The equipment was just as advertised and fit well on our 2018 Subaru Forester. Installation was straightforward and I look forward to using to transport our bikes around!
by: Carl01/18/2024
2016 Subaru Forester
Perfect for our 2016 Subaru Forester. This hitch receiver will give us a great way to carry our bikes to Yosemite
by: Thomas03/09/2024
2017 Subaru Forester
Awesome hitch. Instructions are poor, but there are similar videos on YouTube that are better. Straight forward install.
by: Matt P11/11/2022
2018 Subaru Forester
The hitch for our 2018 Subaru Forester XT arrived quickly and undamaged. The directions were adequate and typical. Ordering was easy and the price was great! The morning after install I picked up 5x9 U-Haul trailer and drove 3 hours each way to pickup a motorcycle for my son. I would definitely buy an eTrailer hitch again.
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4/27/2024
Its been over a year now and the hitch has served us well. No issues. Great price, fast shipping too.