by: Tyler
3/4/2023
2021 Subaru Crosstrek
This is my 2nd trailer hitch from etrailer and I am so happy with it. Instructions were very clear in the video tutorial which was extremely helpful. I didn’t have a cone but nor did I want to spend $50-100 on one so I busted out my Dremel with a coarse red grinder on it and it took me less than 5-7 mins to widen the holes in the frame. I used this hitch for my 2021 Crosstrek Sport. I haven’t used it for anything yet but the hitch looks and feels very sturdy, and it fits one of my hitch racks perfectly. I’m very happy and would highly recommend.
by: Sean
3/20/2023
Another great product etrailer. This is my third purchase from etrailer, and as always the product shipped quickly and was a direct fit. I order directly through one of the reps, Mike B who is fantastic. Installation took me 1.5 hours in the driveway on ramps. 2023 Subaru Crosstrek.
by: Chris
5/29/2022
Excellent product as usual from etrailer. This is probably the third wiring adapter I’ve brought from etrailer & they’re always plug & play. The only thing that varies is where the connector is located in the vehicle. Luckily Subaru places them in an easy to reach location. Out new 2022 Outback was the easiest yet. The instructions say to “Store the 4-Flat connector in the spare tire compartment when not in use”. I don’t like the idea of it being closed in the tailgate when in use so I run it through an oval I cut in the spare tire well using a grommet and silicone sealant to ensure it says water tight. The extra wiring is secured to the back side of the bumper and just enough lead hanging out to connect to my utility trailer.
by: Gregory
5/6/2023
The product was boxed well and was the easiest thing to install! I purchased the wiring harness along with the trailer hitch. The trailer hitch was a little cumbersome but I was able to do the whole thing by myself. This is the second hitch/harness I have purchased from etrailer and I have had great success with both!
by: Jack
4/28/2023
2017 Toyota Prius
Installation was fine with your directions, however, the 2017 Prius has different bumper/fender snap attachments than you showed on the video. Putting the bumper back into place took a little more attention than its removal to align everything together. Good product that fit as promised.
by: Susan
3/13/2023
Works just fine on my 2" Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver, item #306-X7235I would highly recommend buying this item also.
by: Mark
5/6/2024
2024 Kia Sportage
I'm not much of a review writer but for etrailer I'm willing to give it a go. This part came quickly, made of solid construction, and was super-easy to install. From the time I opened the package until the time it was installed was literally less than 2 minutes. The lock washer-nut to secure it makes it unnecessary to hold the nut in place with a pair of pliers. Once threaded thru to tighten, it was about 3 turns on each screw and I was done. The bracket fit perfectly to the hitch...talk about teeing up an "Easy Button" for the customer. Finally, I've interacted with their sales and service department also, they are top-notch, smart, and professional. I purchased my trailer hitch from them also (actually I have their hitches on both my vehicles).
by: C
6/4/2024
This is my second trailer hitch, I have purchased though etrailer. Quality is great, my only problem with this one is the box. The bottom of the box was torn all the way across. The box had to be re-taped close. The hitch has scratches and paint missing. The hitch and the box it came in is excellent quality. My suggest, when packing the hitch, put bubble or styrofoam wrap around the three end. That way it will not move in the box and still have some give to it.
by: Mark
8/12/2023
Package had hitch protruding out of cardboard. The wiring harness wire for the right side were short and I had to splice 3 wires to those that were short. The plug adapter was cheaply made. [online] guy said hitch could be installed with a floor jack. I would like to see him try it. Hitch appears to be of good quaility.
by: Roberto
2/21/2024
Came with beat up box. I already expected the hitch will be damaged, but it was worst than my expectation. It looks like the hitch was previously returned item, so it is not a new item and somebody put an effort painting the hitch to make it look like brand new, but the paint was not even and oversprayed. I did not bother opening the other box because I am already disappointed. I am returning the hitch including the accessories for the hitch.
by: Cary
4/22/2024
Connector bundle easy to install & worked great. Although the instructions say to feed the bed connector from the bottom it seemed easier to feed the bumper connectors from the upper the bed connector hole
by: Dan
4/18/2021
Ordered hitch receiver with wiring for bike rack installation on 2019 Ford Explorer. Everything arrived in less than a week. Crawled under the car with my burly son and finished the installation in about an hour. Toughest part was getting the exhaust hangers off. Didn't have a tool for that. Online installation video was a big help. Hitch frame rubs against right side exhaust hanger, hence the four star rating instead of five. Exhaust still appears to be level and no weird noises, so not an issue. Get the little plug in light tester. It's worth it, then keep it in the glove box. Haven't purchased bike rack yet, but no concerns about the hitch.
by: Steve
1/15/2023
Haven’t used it yet, but looks good. I’m not sure what height offset I need, so this kit gives me several options, plus two ball sizes. Really good value.
by: Shelly M
9/2/2017
2018 Subaru Outback Wagon
I installed the draw tite hitch onto my brand new 2018 Subaru outback. I'm 68 years old, not as strong as I was, but proud to say I did the job all by myself in about 4 hours. Here are some tips you may find useful. Watch the video-it’s pretty good. I had difficulty getting the exhaust system down and worried about getting it up again from the moment I got it down...read on-help will follow. I bought a stepup drill bit which worked great for drilling the hole in the chasis. I clamped the hitch onto a floor jack, then rolled it and raised it into position. Used metal shears to easily cut out the heat shield as per the video. Your inclination will be the screw the fishing tool provided all the way up the carriage bolt. That won’t work; just screw it on to the tip of the bolt. I couln’t get the exhaust hangars in place even after lubricating them with wd-40. I dropped the rubber hangars into undiluted liquid car wash soap which made them much more slippery than the wd-40. After that the rubber hangars slipped into place pretty easily-that’s my best tip. Finding the electric connection plug for the wiring harness was almost as hard as installing the hitch. I was very happy with how the job came out. Good luck.