Trailer Hitch Receiver is Squeaking After New Install on a 2016 Toyota RAV4

Question:

We installed a hitch we bought from you on a 2016 Toyota rav. We just bought a platform bike rack and and noticed while it was loaded the right side of hitch is sqeeking. Do you know what could be causing this.

asked by: Kirk

Expert Reply:

Do you mean the right side where it connects to the RAV4 above the muffler? We sometimes see aftermarket hitches rattle against the exhaust but I've never heard of them squeaking.

If the issue is caused by the exhaust you can bend the exhaust hanger a little to create a gap. This is the method we generally use to fix the issue. I've also linked an article that explains the situation in more detail.

If this isn't the same as what you're experiencing let me know more about it and I'll see if I can find a solution for you.

expert reply by: Charles S