Most Popular Trunk Bike Racks for 2012 Toyota Highlander

# 1

Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style

946 reviews

Code: TH910XT

$179.95

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• Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
• 2 Bikes
• Non-Retractable
• Locks Not Included

• 6 Straps
• Adjustable Arms
• Hanging Rack
  
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by: Lisa06/23/2018Toyota Highlander

Easy to follow instructions - easy assembly. Fits great on my Highlander and has fittings for many, many other cars. Holds bikes well - ample distance between car and bike so no scratching! No need for a hitch style carrier - this works great.

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by: Lee 02/24/2025Pontiac Trans Sport Van

The Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rake for 2 bikes is a good product. I used it to transport my mountain e-bike. I choose this particular unit because it can handle the weight 2 of bikes (non-e-bikes) and the weight of my e-bike is equivalent to weight of 2 bikes. Note: Must readjust the straps after mounting the bike to the rake.

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# 2

Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount

946 reviews

Code: TH911XT

$199.95

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• Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
• 3 Bikes
• Non-Retractable
• Locks Not Included

• Fits Most Factory Spoilers
• 6 Straps
• Adjustable Arms
• Hanging Rack
  
• Thule

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by: Thom K.05/15/2019Toyota Highlander

Easy to install and remove. A great product if you don't want to mess with a traditional rack that uses a trailer hitch. We have no hitch so works perfect on our Toyota Highlander.

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by: Mark01/31/2025

Way too light duty for what is advertised. It seemed to be made out of 1/2 inch electrical conduit. I would never put three bikes on that rack. I only had two bikes on the rack. While on trip through Idaho the wind was so strong that one of the bikes partially blew off the rack. We traveled 1,800 miles and upon arriving home I actually sawed the bike rack up and threw it away so that no one else would use it and cause an accident. I've already found a different brand that is HEAVY DUTY and I will stick with that brand.

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# 3

Yakima HangOut 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms

172 reviews

Code: Y02637

$198.95

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• Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
• 2 Bikes
• Non-Retractable
• Locks Not Included

• Fits Most Factory Spoilers
• 6 Straps
• Adjustable Arms
• Hanging Rack
  
• Yakima

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by: Ken 06/02/20212019 Toyota Highlander

Bought this for my 2019 Toyota Highlander. Installation was easy, especially after watching the etrailer video. I've had the rack for about a year and it's held up and worked well the dozen or so times I've used it. I have had zero issues even on very long road trips (NYC to Outer Banks, NC). Folds up nice and tight when not in use, which is great for storage. Would recommend.

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by: William 09/17/20222019 Toyota Highlander

Great exterior bike carrier. Easy to use and positioning on the car is good.

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2012 Toyota Highlander Bike Rack Questions

• Will Hollywood Racks Over the Top Trunk Racks Fit 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2014 Mazda 3 Sedan
  
• Yes, the 2 and 3 bike version of the Hollywood Racks Over the Top part # HRF2 and # HRF2-3 are a confirmed fit for the 2012 Toyota Highlander and your 2014 Mazda 3 sedan. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will...
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• Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• We have one trunk mounted bike rack that is a fit for your 2012 Toyota Highlander that can carry up to 3 bikes and has 12-1/2 inches from outside to outside on the cradle arms. For that rack you would want the Hollywood Racks part # HRF2-3. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well. For the kids bike the part # UB01 would help as it attaches to the seat post and steering stem. I attached an install video for this adapter for you to check out as well.
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• Trunk Mount Bike Rack for 3 Bikes on a 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• We do have trunk mount bike racks that will fit the 2012 Toyota Highlander but the Thule Passage # TH911XT, will not fit. For a 3-bike trunk mount rack that will fit use the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2-3. This rack has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over any rear mounted spoilers at the top of the hatch of the SUV so no weight is put on it and no damage will occur to that spoiler. I have linked a video of the 2-bike version...
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• How To Install Yakima FullBack Bike Rack On a 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• In order to install the Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack part # Y02634 on a 2012 Toyota Highlander you'll need to change out the upper and lower hooks and install them in anchor mode which is discussed in the installation manual. That said, there should be no straps attached to the crossbars. If you install the straps in anchor mode as required you won't have any damage to the rear spoiler although the straps will rest of this slightly. In order to provide theft deterrence for the...
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• Will the Yakima FullBack Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• The Yakima FullBack # Y02634 is a confirmed fit for your 2012 Toyota Highlander and it is a pretty simple installation that 1 person can accomplish on their own. I have attached a review video that you can reference but please note that you need to use the anchor mode and that if you keep this rack installed for prolonged periods of time there could be some damage to the headliner. If you have any bikes with a step-through frame or that don't have a horizontal top tube, then the...
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• Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• Trunk mounted bike racks cannot be used on the 2012 Toyota Highlander because they cannot be safely secured to the vehicle because the spoiler will interfere. In order to carry bikes, you would need a trailer hitch and hitch mount bike rack. For a trailer hitch, I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 75586. The 2 inch receiver will allow you more options for accessories like bike racks. For a 2 bike rack, our most popular rack is the Swagman XTC-2, # S64670. This is a platform style...
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• Options for Transporting Bikes with a 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• I believe I have a bike rack solution that would work for you, but I checked with our trunk mounted bike rack manufacturers and none of them have fits for your 2012 Toyota Highlander. The reason they cite is that there is not a safe place to install the upper straps of a trunk mounted bike rack on your vehicle. Your best option would be to install a hitch on your vehicle if you do not have one already and then use a hitch mounted bike rack to transport your bikes. The great...
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• 3-Bike Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2012 Toyota Highlander
  
• For your 2012 Toyota Highlander the best trunk bike rack solution is the Yakima Fullback 3 part # Y02633 as it has the largest mounting pads which help distribute the weight of the bikes, is the easiest to install and adjust, and comes with locks for the bikes to the rack and the rack to the vehicle. I also really like how easy it is to mount bikes to the rack with the zip straps. I attached a review video link for this rack for more info as well. The Saris you mentioned is a...
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