Trailer Hitch Needed That Allows Full Size Spare to Remain Installed on a 2012 Toyota Highlander
Question:
I have a 2012 Toyota highlander has a spare tire underneath 19" I would like to buy a receiver hitch, Says your hitches will not work with the spare tire under there
asked by: Pam
Helpful Expert Reply:
I believe the trailer hitch that you were looking at is the Draw-Tite # 75586 which does not allow the full size spare of your 2012 Toyota Highlander to remain installed, but it does fit with a mini spare.
If you have a full size spare then I recommend going with the Curt # 13534 which lets you keep your full size spare installed. Please note that when using this trailer hitch to carry unsupported loads like a bike rack or cargo carrier a support strap like part # 18050 must be used per the Curt warranty.
Attached are installation videos for both trailer hitches. If you let me know what you will be using the trailer hitch for I can make additional recommendations if necessary.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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