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Fully welded Mazda CX-5 trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.
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Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.
Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.
In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.
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.
Tech Tip
Grand Touring models have an additional underbody trim piece that will need to be permanently removed for hitch installation. No drilling required for installation , Exhaust must be temporarily lowered for installation
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Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (953 Customer Reviews)
Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.Went in easy as excepted, did it with the car on the ground. I used a ratchet strap around the exhaust to the springs to hold the exhaust up which worked well Ans it was study enough I could rest the receiver on the muffler. The only hang up was our Mazda had an extra set of holes in the rail and the directions led me to put the bolts in the wrong ones which I didn’t realize until I was holding it up in place cursing at it. Just has to drop it and move the bolts over and it was all fine. With a 1/2” socket with extension I didn’t need a universal to get the bolts tight.
Last cranky bit, I didn’t realize it wasn’t made in the States. It must have been the only one that wasn’t. I would have paid the bit more for it. Supporting American labor. Oh well.
easy install instructions, said about 20 minutes for a trained professional.
took me about 40 minutes. I had removed a rubber muffler mount from the frame and could not get it back on after mounting hitch
Product Was good and fit perfectly on my car.Installation is super easy as with instructions and videos.This is my first time installing a hitch so initially I struggled as due to lack of help. After a little research and with the help of a friend Installed in 15 Mins(Research and initials trail not counted).Things to remember.
1)Car ramps will help where we can pick from [hardware store].
2)Flat head screwdriver and soap water is super good option for removing Exhaust from hangers.
3)Rubber bushes should be on top hooks and facing front side of the car(Not back side to-wards trunk).
4)Remove one facia screw(plastic clip) for easy adjustment which was not demonstrated in the video but advised in the manual.
5)Better to keep the fish wires of the back bolts to avoid pushing them inside the frame.(C-retention rings will help where manufacturer is not providing).
6)Second person will make the job easy.
Paint Quality is very very poor which is pealing out as mentioned by others in this forum.
Installed my Kuat rack which comes with stabilizer and fits perfect.
yet to test on the roads.
Pics or not so clear.
Kamalakara
6/9/2019
This is one of the best thing i have chosen
I couldn’t be any happier with this purchase. The drawtite hitch is solid and is even hidden well beneath the rear bumper, so that’s a plus. It took the mechanics less than 30 minutes to install it since it was a custom hitch. I’ve always wanted a hitch specifically for carriers and bike racks, now I have one and am very satisfied with my purchase. Thank you Etrailer for all of the research you all do and for the very informative site. It cuts my work in half. Here is a photo of my Mazda with hitch installed and an overdrive sports rack hooked to it.
Melisa
8/8/2021
I am very pleased with this product!!! I have not had any issues, it’s been reliable and still looks like a bought it yesterday. Absolutely no rust and since I do not have a carport or garage, it’s constantly exposed to outdoor conditions in Western NC many love this area, it’s temperate rain forest. Anyway, I do not regret purchasing! Love it! I keep a 3- bike rack carrier hooked up at all times bc I ride a lot! Every other day or so. The bike I own is a radrover, so it weighs about 60lbs plus. Also, I have two regular bicycles for cruising, which are lighter, but regardless, the hitch has proven to be strong and durable. One happy customer.
This is a great quality product with excellent installation support that I have come to expect from etrailer! My hitch receiver came with all hardware and ingenious "fish wires" to install this unit making it a simple procedure. For a person like me doing this in my driveway I can say that having an assistant, while not necessary, would make this install much easier. Other suggestions to future installers is that the latest etrailer video for this Draw Tite is a must watch. Additional suggestions are: leave all 4 rubber muffler hangers on the top frame hanger posts, twist the rearward pair to point to the front of the car before mounting the unit and have a deep and shallow (standard depth) 19mm or 3/4 inch socket for your torque wrench since room is limited.
Mark P.
12/6/2021
Works well as expected. Will be buying from etrailer in the future.
Let me start with saying etrailer is a great company and this is the second purchase from etrailer and I will definitely be a repeat again and again customer.
I love the detailed vehicle specific installation videos. You really made the job easy.
My most recent purchase from etrailer is the Mazda 2021 cx5 hitch, item number 76138.. I watched the video and took careful notes and the installation was as simple as it could be. Raising the back of the car is the only challenge but that has nothing to do with etrailer.
I had an issue where the installation video shows the anti vibration option. ( basically the second hole in the receiver. ) that was demonstrated on the installation video as well as pictures on the product page. My mistake, I did not check for this extra hole until after I had installed the hitch. Too late to take the hitch off and return for a replacement.
I called etrailer and explained my issue and they were very receptive and never made me feel like it was my mistake. In fact they conceded that was their error. The customer service rep even went as far to research my options and explained to me that there is an additional piece I could buy that would resolve the rattle. He offered to refund me the purchase price of the additional part. All great customer service treatment. My only issue is that I asked if instead of refunding me the amount could they just send me the piece that was equivalent in price to the refund they issued. Unfortunately the billing system at etrailer can not handle this option. So I am a bit disappointed that I would have to pick up the shipping as well as wait for my refund to clear when I feel like etrailer’s system should have just sent me the part. Especially after conceding that it was not as advertised.
Again this has not changed my opinion that the product and customer support at etrailer are second to none.
My wife surprised me when she told me she wanted to bring the bikes to Florida this winter, so I ordered the receiver. For a seventy-year old retired guy to be able to go out and install it on a cold January morning in Minnesota in a little over an hour, you folks must be doing something right. Your installation videos are the best. No surprises, everything made to fit exactly, and those little fish-wires with the coiled bolt-holders on the end -- priceless! I couldn't be happier. Thank you!
John
1/26/2024
Great! Taking the bikes to Florida again in two weeks. The receiver looks brand new!
I have purchased several hitch receivers from etrailer and all have fit just as described and worked well. If I need another one I will buy from etrailer.
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The hitch receiver arrived in a timely manner and all of the necessary parts were accounted for. I watched the video provided in an email and had a friend help me with the installation. Everything fit perfectly and it looks great on the Mazda CX-5
Steven
3/11/2024
Havent hauled too many loads but it worked great when I needed it.
This hitch does NOT fit the 2021 Mazda CX-5. While it can be installed, it touches the muffler hangers. This causes a loud rattle in the car when you go over a bump. I talked to e-trailer about this and they recommended bending the muffler hangers or modifying it in some other way that they could not explain. If you have to modify your vehicle to make something fit, then I don’t think that counts as custom fitting.
Sierra K.
6/10/2022
This is a simple fix that you can do or a muffler shop can do for you. Please take a look at this help article regarding the issue:
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This hitch is easy to put on. I bought it to carry a scooter to take with me to festivals. My friend and I enjoy going to them almost every weekend. It is very easy to use and folds up against the trunk when not in use. It is very good quality at a reasonable price.
Have now had this hitch for a year and it's been a great help in hauling our bikes around. Found an after-market cap for the receiver opening to hopefully delay the onset of rust in there.
While somewhat difficult to install without help, the build quality and value of this hitch is very good in my opinion. I would definitely recommend this.
I ordered a trailer hitch and wiring late on Thursday evening and it arrived early on Saturday. I have not installed it yet but I have purchased from etrailer before and the customer service and products are top notch. I usually only write a review if I have a problem but my experience was so great that I had to take the time to thank them for the great experience. You guys work hard to take care of the customer and it is appreciated.
A quality product that fits good. As always, the wiring was the most difficult part of the installation.
This hitch was easy to install with the video instructions etrailer provided. I did not have to jack my Mazda CX-5 but the wheels are 19-inch. It was helpful to have someone to help hold the hitch in place while tightening the fasteners. Leaving the rear rubber hangers on the top while facing them forward was a good tip I saw in other reviews. I also ordered a bike rack that was just as easy to put together. Very satisfied with this company.
Great trailer hitch! Strong and well crafted. Perfect for our 5 bike rack, and could clearly handle a trailer or other heavy load. Instructional video was clear and comprehensive. And it looks great. Based on this experience, this is a quality company that takes pride in providing quality products. My compliments to the staff.
The hitch bolted in place with no issues. Just follow the directions. And Customer service is great. They have followed up to makw sure everything went as planned.
This is my third hitch from etrailer. ALL were very simple to install. WATCH THE VIDEOS. They are a huge supplement to the written directions.
2021 Mazda CX 5 Installation Review: Overall, the installation was pretty easy and straightforward. The installation video on etrailer was more than enough to install the hitch at home. All you need is an extra pair of hands to hold the hitch in place when bolting. Installation can be done without the use of jack stands. My only complaint(reason for 4 stars) with the product is the ECoat and Powdercoat. It already peeled off on a couple of trim edges
Fit perfectly on 2023 Mazda CX-5. Relatively easy to install. Works like a charm for my bike rack.
It is okay, but the hitch has a slight negative angle/pitch when vehicle is on a level surface and nothing attached. Maybe the Curt hitch would have been a better option. I did install it with a friend and he like the bolt-threading wires. 2 inch is definitely overkill for the vehicle.
Anthony
9/1/2023
the slight negative angle was due to rubberized body protection at the rear of the frame rail the hitch attaches to. this material must be removed prior to installation, but directionsinstructions made no mention of it. product is fine however, for salty winter areas, I would recommend a hitch that has solid end caps see Curt vs the open end caps on the drawtite version.
4th hitch I've purchased over the years. Always great service.
The hitch looks great! Just like the other reviews, an extrat set of hands to hold the hitch into place really helps! Once the exhaust hangers were removed, the installation went very quick. As per instructions/video/other reviewers...remember to put the rubber hangers back into place on the frame mounts BEFORE putting hitch into place. Now I’m just waiting for my bike rack to arrive and I will be ready to roll!
Kevin
11/17/2019
Worked great traded rig in for a truck.
The hitch is good: fits well, install was not easy but most require lots of tools including big pry bars and torque wrenches. The receiver appears to have a slight tilt to the left but it's not a problem.
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Nate
6/12/2024
We use it for a bike rack. No issues after the year. Still tight, no weird wear