Recommended Hitch for a 2022 Toyota Highlander and Why it Won't Work w/ a Weight Distribution System
Question:
Your hitch for the Toyota Highlander Item # e75ZR indicates Hitch does not allow use of weight distribution. Is this a trailer/tongue weight issue or is there another reason it wont support a WD hitch? I like the hidden cross tube, but we have a weight distribution hitch for our 3200 lb fiberglass trailer.
asked by: Steve K
Expert Reply:
The 2022 Toyota Highlander is a crossover which means it was built on a unibody frame. You can't use weight distribution systems with unibody frame because they are not as strong or ridged as standard frames. The stress will be too much and it'll eventually damage your vehicle.
The etrailer Hitch item # e75ZR is confirmed to fit the 2022 Toyota Highlander. It fits both the XSE and non XSE models along with the hybrids. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity and a 500 lbs maximum tongue weight.
I know this is probably not what you wanted to hear but you will still be able to pull your 3,200 lbs trailer you just can't do it with your weight distribution hitch.
Please note that the hitch will fit models with an 18" or smaller spare tire under vehicle, however larger spare tires will not be able to be stored with the hitch installed. I have linked an installation video below.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- etrailer
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Video: Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation - 2022 Toyota Highlander
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ballmount - 5-1/4" Rise, 6-3/4" Drop - 6,000 lbs
- Shop: T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Search Results: dt84mr
- Shop: Curt LED 4-Way Flat Connector (Vehicle End) Tester
- Q&A: Does etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Model
- Q&A: Comparing The Curt and etrailer Trailer Hitches for 2021 Toyota Highlander XSE
- Q&A: Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2022 Toyota Highlander
- Q&A: What Hitch and Weight Distribution System do You Recommend for My 2022 Toyota Highlander Non-XSE?
- Q&A: What Do I Need To Tow A Trailer With My 2022 Toyota HIghlander
- Q&A: Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For a 2022 Toyota Highlander Towing Kodiak Travel Trailer
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Search Results: hitch
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Article: My Trailer Hitch Doesn't Fit
- Search Results: 5504
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Video: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter Installation - 2023 Kia Telluride
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Gooseneck Hitch
on Trailer Hitch
