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 - e98855
- Class III
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Visible Cross Tube
- etrailer
- 525 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 525 lbs WD 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 GTW when used with weight distribution: 5,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 525 lbs
- Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 525 lbs
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
- 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.
e98855 etrailer Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver - 2" - Matte Black Carbide
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2018 - 2024 Honda Odyssey
Customer Satisfaction Score:
99% were satisfied with this product
1% 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" - e98855
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (306 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: Joe 05/05/2024
Honda Odyssey
I have used the trailer system more then a duzzen times since I bought it. It has been strong, reliable, and was easy to install. I recommend this unit to anyone that needs a little more space for there Honda Odyssey.
by: Ed05/05/2023
2022 Honda Odyssey
2022 Odyssey. Installed it by myself in my driveway, took less than an hour. I deviated a little from the excellent video: drivers side, i didn’t completely remove the splash guard, i removed the first 3 fasteners and used a pair of aviation snips to cut away the part that was in the way. At first i didn’t drop the tailpipe, it seemed too difficult. And I was able slide the hitch bracket over the pipe and rest it there while i did the drivers side.
I had a problem getting the 4 bolts started because the fit was so close, so i used a grinder to make a small chamfer on the end of the bolts so they aligned with the holes more easily.
I really struggled to get the bolts in place above the tailpipe, so finally i dropped the pipe. It was easier than i thought, and putting it back on the hanger was a piece of cake.
The other thing i did differently was to add a smear of loctite on the bolts.
Overall i am very happy with the hitch.
by: Edith 04/03/2024
Honda
I was very pleased with this trailer hitch. It cost a couple hundred and my brother and I were able to securely install it in less than an hour, versus the thousand quoted by Honda for the same function. The instructions were extremely clear. If you know what a socket wrench is, I think you'd find this a very accessible DIY. You need the tools yourself, including phillips and flat head screwdrivers, socket wrench, and ideally a monkey wrench to tighten the above exhaust bolts.
by: Marc 04/26/2024
Honda Odyssey
I installed this hitch on a 2023 Honda Odyssey, and it works great.
The install was pretty straight forward. I did have to cut some plastic shielding, but the online videos walked me through the process.
(Tip, use a ratchet strap to pull the muffler out of the way if you're doing this by yourself.)
Easy install, functional, and priced right!
by: Jean03/28/2023
Nice looking, visible only from behind. Heavy. Somehow easy to install. Driver side, no problem. Passenger side needs more explanation how to tie the bolts without removing the exhaust. (I use only flat wrench on this side). 90 minutes job without jacking my van. Only need 2 people for the 1st bolt. Need to try with cargo carrier.
by: William Mc07/07/2023
The installation was very easy. Instruction videos were great. Install took about 30 minutes.
by: J Taylor01/01/2023
I am pleased with the receiver and the transaction. I installed on 2023 Odyssey by myself in about an hour. The video instructions were mostly in line with what I experienced. I had to make a small modification to the driver side splash guard to accommodate the receiver. This required me to cut about 1/4" slot out of the splash guard in order for the plastic rivets to line up. I used a utility knife to make the cut. Overall it is a pretty straightforward install. I do not plan to tow with this but rather attach cargo racks, bike racks, etc. I am pleased with the product and shipping time was very quick given the size/weight of the box. Thank you!!
by: Dan11/23/2023
Hitch works well once installed. The welding on the hitch must have sprung it, to get the 2nd set of bolts in, I had to pull it into alignment with a come along as they were about 80% aligned but just dar enough off. One of the bolts also had a significant burr on it that cross threaded the frame nut. Needed to go to the hardware store for a tap to fix the threads.
by: Regan05/21/2020
Product arrived within 4 days after ordering late Friday afternoon during Quarantine season. Packaged well and no damage to the paint was found on the hitch. I installed the receiver hitch on my 2019 Honda Odyssey with my 14 year old son without issues. I bought the hitch specifically to put on a 2 bike rack. The etrailer video installation instructions available on onlinefor this exact hitch for the 2019 Odyssey is extremely helpful and spot on. Very happy overall with the experience and product.
by: Steve W11/20/2023
2023 Honda Odyssey
Hitch and wiring harness fit perfectly. Both were easy installs.
by: James 09/13/2023
2018 Honda Odyssey
Perfect for what I needed it for! Worked perfectly on my 2018 Honda Odyssey, to allow the use of a hitch-mounted cargo basket. Install was straightforward, and couldn’t be easier after watching the videos. I would not hesitate to buy this again if needed.
by: Sean03/16/2024
2024 Honda Odyssey
I looks great, easy to install (for the etrailer side). Highly recommend. Honda had a poor design, the exhaust pipe is in the way for the passenger side bolts.
by: Sara09/06/2023
The hitch receiver itself was fairly easy to install and exactly what we were looking for. Our only complaint was the way the hitch receiver was packaged. The box was big enough, but there was no styrofoam inside, which caused the end of the hitch receiver to puncture through the box during delivery and get banged up. Luckily it did not affect our ability to install it onto our vehicle. If the packaging was more secure, I would have definitely given 5 stars.
by: Carl05/02/2023
2022 Honda Odyssey
Really easy to install! Took about 25 minutes after watching the video. Looks good and will be a great help when it comes time to move!
by: Nicole01/09/2022
Once we figured out what we were doing by watching videos, it was fairly easy. On the 2021 Honda Odyssey Elite specifically, you have to remove the underside panel by the push buttons and it’s also connected to the wheel well with a screw. As for the opposite side, taking the exhaust off would make it a lot easier to get those bolts on. We have not used it yet with the cargo carrier but we will soon. It also arrived a little scratched up but I’m sure that happens during the shipping.
Jenny N.
1/10/2022
I will have our customer service team reach out to you.
by: Charlotte 01/29/2024
we've always had good service and dependable products from Etrailer
by: Haifeng07/04/2020
I'm glad that I came across the etrailer website and purchased the trailer hitch for my Honday Odyssey 2019. The hitch is attached to the car snuggly and looks neat on the car. It looks very sturdy but weighs only 36 lbs. A couple of notes for future buyers:
* As mentioned by some other reviews, it does seem to be the case that the sensor for the hands-free trunk opening (i.e., by swinging your leg underneath the back of the car) is blocked by this hitch. I personally don't use that feature a lot so I'm not bothered by this.
* Although I see myself as a pretty hands-on person, the installation is clearly beyond me. I cannot even take down the panel due to the extremely tight hex screw on the car. I also cannot imagine myself lifting up this hitch and fit it to the car while lying down on the ground, with just < 1 foot of clearance. I had it installed in a car body shop with a reasonable price.
by: fBob05/04/2024
Great hitch design, instructions for install made installation easy. This is my fourth etrailer hitch with 800k miles driven.
by: Frank06/07/2021
2019 Honda Odyssey
The hitch fit, no tears, very good video on the internet by you folks. It looks very well made. It took me 30 minutes to do it from start to finish. Genius idea on the spring to hold the third screw. Would certainly purchase from you again. Thank you.
Frank
6/8/2022
Great
by: Nicholas 01/11/2024
2020 Honda Odyssey
I cannot tell you how easy it is to install these types of hitches! it took me 45 min to locate, install, and tighten everything. The piece is not so heavy that you can't do it yourself.
by: Leroy04/06/2024
2008 Honda Odyssey
I installed a hitch receiver on a 2008 Honda Odyssey a few years ago all went well and was able to tow without any problems a boat and small trailer I decided to install another one on a 2020 I recently purchased and it went as smoothly as the first I encourage other DIYers to use Trailer as well...it's never let me down.
by: Ari09/26/2023
Works well as expected. Relatively easy to install myself thanks to the how-to videos from etrailer.com. Would recommend.
by: Josh06/18/2022
Directions and videos were spot on with what had to be removed. Installation was very easy and straight forward. I installed the hitch alone in my driveway in maybe 15min. Looks great, looks well put together and sturdy, only negative comment I have about it all is the bolt holes on the hitch are slotted (which I assume would be to give you some play as far as lining it up on the vehicle) but the hitch fits fairly tightly on the outer edge of the slots so there is no room left to center the hitch. It is where it is! Overall not a big deal by any means!
by: Gregory06/29/2022
Honda
Install was relatively easy. Clearance (minor scrapping) is an issue at times driving off of inclines. Probably wouldn't be an issue if the Honda Odysseys of this generation didn't have such a sag in the rear.
Sierra K.
7/1/2022
I would lightly sand the rust away then paint with anti-corrosive paint. For more tips see the attached article:
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by: Anthony03/22/2024
Excellent in all ways. It was Easy to install with good directions.
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Regan
5/22/2021
It’s been a year and hitch works great for my Kuat 2 bike carrier. The 2 inch hitch is solid and stable for my mountain bike carrier. Paint still looks brand new on the hitch matte black. Would purchase again.