Does Hitch for 2020 XC60 Allow Hands Free Liftgate to Function

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Does anyone have any more information on the Stealth or any other hitch for the Volvo XC60 2020 interfering with the handsfree tailgate option the car? The one where you swing your foot under the trunk? Thanks

asked by: Thomas P

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Helpful Expert Reply:

We've had customers install the Stealth hitch part # SH87FR on the 2020 Volvo XC60 and let us know that the hands free function still worked. They said the spot they had to move their foot was on the driver side of the hitch.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Stealth hitch that fits your 2018 Volvo XC60, #SH87FR, will allow your hands free liftgate to still function. You'd just have to kick to the sides of the hitch opening and it will open. I attached an install video for this hitch for you…

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Answer 2

There is absolutely no difference whatsoever between the Stealth Hitches products we sell and what would come directly from the Stealth Hitches factory. The products are exactly the same, including the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver…

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Answer 3

For your 2020 Volvo XC60 the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #SH87FR is a great option for a bike rack or cargo carrier. If you want to tow a trailer, then you will instead want the Stealth Hitch towing kit #SH87FRT.…

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Answer 4

Yes, a very small unseen part of the rear bumper fascia on a 2021 Volvo XC60 must be trimmed to install the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #SH87FRT. I have attached below what this required trimming looks like.

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Answer 5

There are two options for a completely hidden hitch that are confirmed to fit your 2022 Volvo XC60. The Stealth Hitch #SH87FR can be used for hauling bike racks and cargo carriers but it is not designed for towing. If you're wanting to tow a…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76194 is a fit for a 2020 Volvo XC60. Furthermore, the Draw-Tite hitch is a custom fit so no drilling into the vehicle would be required. The Draw-Tite hitch has a hidden design which means…

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Answer 7

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

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Answer 10

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 11

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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Answer 12

Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

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