Can Over-Trimmed Appearance Panel be Repaired After Hitch Installation

Question:

I got a little carried away and took out the entire bumper cutout area. Is that a problem? Any suggestions to fix?

asked by: Will W

Helpful Expert Reply:

Oopses can happen. It's happened to me before so no worries! If you still have the piece that you trimmed away what I recommend is to use a product called JB Weld available at auto parts stores to affix it back on the available sides. JB Weld is a strong product and works with a variety of materials so the panel on the vehicle will not be an issue.

If you do not still have the piece you can likely find a similar piece of plastic and use that instead. Or at the very least wrap up that electrical connector with black electrical tape to help keep moisture from splashing up there.

expert reply by: Michael H