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This completely hidden, custom-fit hitch installs behind your Subaru XV Crosstrek's factory knockout panel. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.
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The EcoHitch Invisi trailer hitch is designed to be completely out of sight. The hitch cross tube bolts onto your vehicle's frame, behind the body of your vehicle. No drilling or welding is required. The receiver portion of the hitch will sit just behind the factory knockout panel in your bumper. Just pop the panel off to tow and put it back on again for a from-the-factory look when you're done using the hitch.
With a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, each EcoHitch is made of a strong metal alloy that will stand the test of time. The lightweight alloy is composed of recycled materials. Traditional steel hitch manufacturing can use coal or oil, which can contribute to harmful gas emissions. The EcoHitch's recycled materials limit the carbon footprint during manufacturing, so you get a sturdy trailer hitch while also helping the environment.
This EcoHitch trailer hitch is tested for durability and sturdiness. Using Finite Elemental Analysis (FEA), individual points of stress on the hitch can be detected and remedied. Designers can accurately test the hitch to ensure that it will meet or exceed SAE J684 standards. The EcoHitch Invisi trailer hitch is carefully researched and strength tested for a durable, high-quality hitch that can resist damage while on the road.
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
Hitch will only fit models with center knock-out panel in the lower rear fascia. No drilling required for installation , Requires temporary removal of bumper/fascia during installation , Exhaust must be temporarily lowered for installation , Fascia trimming required
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Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (158 Customer Reviews)
This completely hidden, custom-fit hitch installs behind your vehicle's factory knockout panel. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.I receive the item, and I am very disappointed after opening the box and inspecting the product. Considering the price I paid, I expected a perfect hitch. Instead I received an item with scuffs, missing paint, labels scraped. I was expecting a perfect part, ready to install, instead I received am item that will require painting (which will never be as good as the highly praised " powder coated finish").
I was reluctant to spend the money for this product, but looking at the stock photos, reading the reviews, and online videos, and wanting a superior item, decided to spend the extra dollars. I was all set to spend tomorrow installing the hitch, but after viewing the item those plans are dashed. Very disappointed!
Clever design and installation method. I used this to replace a 1.25" hitch receiver that hung down below the bumper. The departure angle of the Crosstrek is greatly improved, plus now my truck and my gf's Crosstrek can share accessories. Another benefit is you can keep the factory impact bar which is located higher on the bumper. This provides better collision protection from taller vehicles like trucks. No surprises with the installation.
Easiest instal of a hitch. Just had to pull the two push pins out cut the extra plastic, cut the center hole to 1 inch and install. Really easy. You don't need to drop the bumper at all. My wife helped and it took about a half hour. Took more time getting and putting away the tools away. Third hitch I installed and by far the fastest and easiest. Also doesn't sit below the bumper. Really worth it.
The hitch was a relatively easy installation and has been bombproof. I have towed several different trailers and use it for my bike rack, as well. Highly recommended!
It was a good fit to the car and extremely easy to install, all the mounting hardware was included as well as a fishing wire to make it easier. I also bought the curt wiring kit and it was as simple as plug and play.
If you follow the directions you can be done in less than an hour and a half. I prepared the car by opening up the holes, installing the bolts in the frame and dropped the exhaust by myself. I asked my brother to lift the hitch into place and start the bolts then finished tightening everything down. The installation was a breeze and it is great not seeing the hitch when the receiver is not installed. My wife was even on board once she knew it wouldn’t be visible. The cost is twice as much as any other hitch but not seeing it and not losing any ground clearance are worth it. Angela was extremely knowledgeable and a joy to work with. Hopefully it will work as great at it looks when we start pulling our jet ski with it.
Keith
3/18/2019
We still love the hidden hitch on the car. It doesn’t distract from the look and the height of the receiver is perfect. I would choose this again if given the option again.
Wonderful Hitch! - took 2 to 3 hours to install. Very easy getting clips out (just be gentle as they are brittle) - had to order more clips for the ones I broke but very happy with the finished product. Make sure you get the curt 4 way connector and drill a hole through the bumper for a clean install for your 4 pin connection (see final photo)
Hitch arrived slightly bent but still installed within 2 hours. The included fish wire bolt leader was extremely useful
Had it for a year now and still is great. Very sturdy, reliable, and awesome quality.
Macartney
11/16/2023
Hitch is working exactly as I wished. Great material, great design, great product.
Mike L.
11/19/2023
This hitch has been great. It was easy to install, and is completely hidden behind the bumper of my 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. I use it to tow and also to carry my dirtbike (on a hitch carrier), and it has worked flawlessly for both.
Besides being hidden, the other bonus to this hitch receiver is that it doesn't reduce the ground clearance at all. I have a friend with a steep driveway and my other vehicle drags its hitch when it transitions from the road to the driveway, whereas my Subaru, with this hitch has no problems.
The one thing to be wary of is the length of the hitch that you put into the receiver. If it extends too far through the receiver it can contact the muffler (see in the pictures that the muffler is directly behind the hitch receiver). This doesn't cause any functional issues, it just makes a bit of noise when the muffler is vibrating against the hitch at low engine rpm.
*Important: This is not a problem with the product, just an issue with the insertion depth of one of the hitches that I am using, and I thought that users should be aware of the potential.
Note in the pictures that I have a Fox receiver cover, that is just there for fun, if I want, I can replace it with the original bumper plug and there is no indication that a hitch is even there.
This hitch receiver is perfect. It is hidden away behind the bumper, not hanging below it, which makes it a couple inches higher than others. No problems so far.
I had gotten this rack for my Crosstrek with the intention of using a bike rack without lowering the clearance of the car. It's exactly the hidden look I was hoping for and haven't had any issues with getting the bike rack in and out or being unstable. For someone who isn't particularly handy, the install was a bit tricky. But even still it only took a couple hours by myself. Despite my own inefficiencies, the guide (and some [online] videos) was super helpful and once installed the hitch itself has been exceptional. Haven't had to even think about it, which is the best kind of gear. Big fan.
Hitch looks great once installed (can't see it). Haven't tried it out yet, but seems like it should do the trick. Will need to get a shorter ball mount that doesn't hit the muffler or an extension that fits.
Install was a pain, mainly due to the instructions, be aware if you choose Version 1 in the instructions, they are wrong (now I know why all the videos seem to be version 2). If you tighten up the hitch bolts in version 1 step 8, you will not be able to get the bumper impact bar back into place over the studs in step 9. The hitch sort of nestles in the shoulder of the bumper bar, so it can be raised into place once the bumper impact bar is in (see pics). However, you will not be able to then get a wrench on the hitch bolts through the end of the frame rail to torque them, so you are relying on luck that they bite enough to torque to 75 ft-lbs. One side torqued for me, but had to use an impact gun to snug the other ones enough that they would bite the lock washers and torque down. Also used a flat screwdriver from the top hole to brace one against the impact to get it to bite. If I had it to do again, probably would opt for version two of enlarging the holes as you could probably make them big enough for a wrench of some sort. If you do remove the bumper, grab some of the plastic body connectors and rivets from the auto parts store as you are sure to break them.
This is a nice sturdy hitch that sits tight to the frame so no loss of ground clearance. A bit more technical to install because if this but once installed is a perfect fit.
Kelsey
7/10/2023
Excellent
High quality product with great looking welds and a nice powder coat finish. Will undoubtedly handle the towing and tongue weight capacity of my 2016 Crosstrek which is 1000 lb (no trailer brakes) and 200 lb, respectively.
Installation is straightforward, I went with the rear bumper removal method. The instructions provided state that there are 10 body pins to remove to get the rear bumper facia off, this however does not account for the pins that hold the rear splash guards on(if your vehicle is equipped). Regardless, once the rear facia is removed getting the impact bar off and the hitch installed is about as easy as wrenching gets.
Make sure you torque and paint mark all your hardware after installation. I did have to hit one of the nuts with the impact to get it to hold so that I could torque it (there is not easy access to hold the bolt head).
Plan to use hitch for a cargo tray. Let's be honest, the Crosstrek is not a good tow rig.
Price on this product seems high compared with other hitch receivers, but the aethetics and functionality were enough to convince me.
Great product! Keeps the hitch high and out of sight without decreasing my departure angle. Easy to install. With a little caution, I was able to install it without dropping the exhaust. The only issue I had was clearance between the hitch and the muffler when I installed my hitch-mount spare tire carrier.
Love it! High ride height. More ground clearance. Receptacle is in retangle bumper port. Use it with a Thule rack for my recumbent.
As you've likely found if you looked up any install videos on this hitch, there is some small modifications that need to be done for it to fit, but nothing too difficult. I regularly pull a fairly heavy single axel trailer full of band equipment and this hitch has no issues whatsoever. Love the fact that it conceals behind the factory cutout in the bumper.
I was very nervous to install this but it was relatively easy. We budgeted a whole day but it only took a couple hours. It fits the car perfectly (2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek), meaning it’s pops through the manufacturer’s dedicated hitch spot. No cutting the bumper required! I am so pleased. I’d recommend this to anyone.
Easy to install - videos on the website were easy to follow and weren't unnecessarily long. Installed easily on my 2014 XV Crosstrek
Great product. Very easy to install, expending the top holes took most of my time.
If the two plastic brackets holding the bottom of the bumper to the body is removed than the muffler can stay in place.
On my daughters '17 Crosstrek I did it by myself on the ground, with the help of two floor-jacks. Lifted it all the way into place and then I fished the hardware trough.
It fits pretty much perfectly, only in my opinion it could sit 4-5 mm higher so it would be more in the middle of the opening. I know that would involve making the vertical brackets shorter. Just an idea.
Especially thank you the crew from etrailer for shipping it way faster then expected.
I send some pictures with a bike rack installed and with the bottom and top gaps.
Thank you so much, Stay safe and healthy everyone!
Very nice product, and a fun project to take the car apart a bit! Only 3 complaints / requests:
1. It was fairly difficult to get the bolts to bite and stop turning inside the frame.
2. It would also have helped to have a reminder in the instructions to check that the hitch is centered before tightening the bolts :)
3. More detailed descriptions of the different snap fittings on the bumper would have saved time.
I’m so impressed how fast my package got to me, I ordered it Monday night and got it Wednesday afternoon! I will be adding a photo of my Crosstrek with the new eco hitch after installed. Thank you so much!
This hitch is great! Easy to install with a neighbor that had the correct tools (tool to remove bumper cover and large torque wrench). Great customer service too, I'd order from etrailer.com again without doubt.
Extremely happy with the hitch! Shipping was quick and free. I was also able to install the hitch myself. The instructions work great but you can always online videos if you need help. It only took me about 45min - 1hr to install. Great product!
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Jenny N.
5/15/2024
I am sorry that it arrived this way to you. When the hitches are shipped to us they are shipped together in large pallets and can arrive with scratches to the powder coating. Generally touching up the hitch with a rust resistant paint to those scratches will help. We will be in touch with you about it.