Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.
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Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.
Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.
In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.
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This hitch was relatively simple to install. It would have been a bit easier with a helper for one or two of the steps, but I managed. It was time-consuming because I'd never taken my van apart in this way before, but the instructions and videos were clear about the steps required.
Once this hitch receiver was installed, we installed our bike rack and hauled our bikes off to the trail to ride. We've taken a ton of trips since and have had no issues. We've not towed a trailer as we have had no reason to do that.
Overall, this hitch receiver does what it says it will, is priced fairly, and a year in has held up great.
The hitch wasn't hard to install, it's just that you're working in some tight spots at times. It turned out looking great on a 2016 Honda Odyssey.
I referenced the videos and etrailer reviews from time to time to make sure I was doing it right.
A few suggestions / things I'd tell myself:
- You'll need a thread tap. I'm pretty handy and didn't know this existed. The hole in the frame near the exhaust was corroded since the van is 9 years old. It wouldn't accept a bolt. So you need to get a thread tap from a hardware store. It's basically a bolt with cuts in it. I didn't know how to use it, so I put it on a cordless drill and slowly drilled it into the hole. I'm not sure if this is what you do with it, but it worked. Bits of rust comes out and then I was able to use the bolt. The thread tap is a M12x1.25. I used it on the driver side frame hole but it wasn't nearly as bad.
- I think it's easier to cut the fascia once it's removed from the vehicle. I tried doing it while attached, and it was a hassle. So I removed it and did it. I used a sharp utility blade and it worked fine.
- I removed the exhaust from the hanger to make it easier get a ratchet up in the area.
- When removing/installing the bumper, tape the socket bit to the extension. Several times the socket bit came off the extension. And it's really hard to get out of the bumper tracks if this happens.
- Set all your screws aside and label. It's easy to lose track of what goes where.
- I know one video says to use the flat washers and one video says not to. I did use them and didn't seem to have a problem.
- Pay special attention at the mud flat /tire wheel area of what plastic goes in front of what. It's easy to mix them up and overlap incorrectly and then your holes don't line up perfectly.
That's pretty much it. I'm very happy I'll now be able to put a bike rack on the van.
Receiver seems well made. Heavy. Delivery box was slightly damaged, but unit was fine. Installation directions were not very good. Online video was very good. Happy with purchase.
Gwendolyn Y.
7/17/2025
Glad that the video helped out with the install, Robert! Love the view you got of the hitch too.
Excellent and delivered as promised, install was difficult but not 10/10 as suggested on the website. I would say 6/10, as long as you are comfortable with basic wrenching you should be fine. You should know that for a 2013 Honda Odyssey, a 17 millimeter socket will not fit through the holes in the bumper as shown in the install videos, easy to substitute grade 8 bolts with a 14 mm head but I had to make a quick run to the hardware store for five dollars worth of bolts, the thread pitch is 1.25 which is a unique size as well. This is the second trailer hitch I have installed from etrailer and it has always been an excellent experience.
Hitch arrived quickly and complete. I installed it on my own in 3 or 4 hours without any issues. I wasn't in any rush and just used some blocking to hold one end up. Hardest part honestly was getting the 10mm bolt for the last piece of trim back on - it was dark by then and I needed my headlamp. Pulled a light trailer yesterday without any issues.
This is an excellent product! I would definitely recommend. My one gripe is the thick aluminum spacers that came with the kit only had a through hole large enough to fit the bolt. This worked fine on the driver’s side of the frame, but on my 2015 Honda Odyssey the passenger side of the frame had some extra welding that made it so the spacer could not lay flush on the frame if positioned to fit the through hole. While this isn’t Draw-Tite’s fault, they could have planned for inconsistency in car manufacturing by making an elongated through hole. I had to elongate it myself. Not a deal breaker, by any means, but could have made my install that much easier. LOVE how tight this hitch is to the bumper! Awesome product.
The installation video was really helpful while I was installing this. It took longer than the estimated 80 minutes (more like 3 hours), but I’m definitely not a professional, so I guess that makes sense I took a lot longer. The only thing was it didn’t say anything about moving the exhaust pipe, which was required when putting the hardware on the passenger side of a 2016 Honda Odyssey, though that was easy enough to do on my own.
Excellent fit instructions were very clear and it looks good on the van
Brooke M.
5/9/2025
Looks awesome! Packing the family up for a camping trip now that you have a hitch for a cargo carrier and more packing room?
Nice product and excellent video directions. I followed along using the video to help me as I haven't done anything to cars besides change headlamps and tires and jump start. Thankfully all the materials were included in my box; it was a bit banged up as per other reviewers but with how heavy the piece is that is sort of expected. I had to purchase a torque wrench and socket extender; the directions say 6" (socket extender) but the auto parts store was out of that length so I got a 10" and it gave me just enough (!) clearance from the ground to work just fine. **One reviewer mentioned on the right side of his car next to the exhaust that the threaded hole was corroded. I found this to be true on my 3-4 year old van as well.** Because of the rust and corrosion, I was initially unable to insert the threaded bolt. I ended up running to the hardware store to get a thread tap. That and a new bolt thankfully (!) fixed the problem. As an aside, it was definitely more worn and corroded on that side of the vehicle than the left, perhaps a function of the exhaust and heat. A rotary tool is certainly the way to go when cutting off the fascia, although I had to get creative since my car wasn't on a lift as opposed to the video's car! I like the clean look and plan on attaching a bike rack to it.
Lena
3/14/2020
Product still doing great! It’s been used multiple times no issues.
Estimate of 80 minutes is optimistic and does require both skill, experience, and a certain tool. I enjoyed the process but somewhat frustrated because I do not have a right hand power wrench as shown in the demo video. This said, the video was excellent. However, to install the wiring harness took extra time.
I think this model #76025, is a great addition to my "new to me" 2016 Odyssey. I have a small (5x8) utility trailer for hauling an ATV. This hitch will be perfect.
Allen
7/5/2022
Flawless functionality. How much better this unit looks compared to the hang down models!
There was one small hitch (pardon the pun) with my order, there was no hardware in the box with the hitch. A call to etrailer got replacement hardware sent my way.
Installing the hitch was not difficult, just more involved than the ones that have the crossbar hanging below the bumper. The install video is excellent, I followed it almost exactly. Honda made this vehicle easy to take apart, and the hitch fit very well. I had a helper (age 7) to manage a few of the times where I needed to hold the hitch or bumper beam and get bolts started. Cutting the bumper was no big deal, I marked it with tape and cut it with a Dremel. The end result looks really good, much cleaner than other below-the-bumper models, I'm very pleased.
Paul A.
7/26/2018
Ive used this hitch a couple of times, just to transport bikes on a hanging bike rack. The hitch works great, and its very unobtrusive when were not using it. During the install, I guess I didnt hammer the brackets that support the foam flat enough, because there are very slight bumps in the bumper cover. Barely noticeable. Overall, Im very pleased with the hitch, the install, etrailers videos and customer service.
Preferred this hitch because it is up under the rear bumper cover. Takes some work to install but well worth it. Pull my motorcycle trailer everywhere
Victoria H.
4/1/2025
Sounds like this is working perfectly for you Casey! What kind of motorcycle do you have?
Easy installation, clear instructions, etrailer has a Youtube video that shows step by step instructions. Very please with this purchase.
Hitch was not a perfect fit for my 2012 Odyssey. The shims supplied with the hitch were too wide and interfered with weld seams requiring modification to fit correctly. Once installed, hitch is tucked up nicely under bumper. Looks as good as OEM.
Scott
7/7/2018
Still very pleased with the product after 1 year. I did add a simple preventive measure to keep the tail gate from getting scratched if accidentally opened when the the carrier is in the upright position. A piece of pipe insulation and a nylon tie strategically placed.
Rachael H.
7/9/2018
Looks great after installation. Tools about 2.5 hrs doing it by myself. Recommend using the bottom bolts to try and get the height right to line up and engage the rear bolts. Not too excited about cutting out the bumper material around the exhaust pipe (worried about fumes but so far haven’t smelled any). Again, it looks great.
This install looks more daunting than it really is. I am mechanically inclined, but have never been a fan of body work, so I was concerned about removing the rear fascia. No problem at all, snaps off/on like butter. Also, I like the way the cross bar is hidden, provides a really nice look. This really is a nice product. I have not yet had a chance to pull a trailer, but have used it with a cargo tray. No issues.
Tommy
4/27/2019
This is a great product. We have had zero issues and I really like the look. It is a solid hitch and is just high enough that I havent bottomed out on any drivewaysentrances. I am extremely satisfied with both the product and the helpvideos on this site. I will purchase all my gear from etrailer.
The product is great. I was quite surprised how destroyed the cardboard box was that delivered my trailer hitch though. The heavy trailer hitch was essentially rolling around in an oversized box with no padding or stuffing. It probably fell completely out of the box at some point (both ends were completely ripped open). Thankfully it’s heavy duty steel, so the product only incurred superficial scratches and paint chips, but the packaging left much to be desired.
Jenny N.
4/22/2022
I recommend touching up the affected areas with a rust resistant paint which you will then have on hand for regular hitch maintenance
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I bought this hitch so we could use a bike rake instead of loading our bikes in the van. I installed myself using the installation video on their website. The hitch fit perfectly and was very easy to install. The video was awesome! Very thorough! Love the way it looks on the van!
Bill H.
10/7/2018
Use our hitch all the time and it is still solid and looks like new. Great product!
Excellent product, perfect fit. Easy to follow video directions are flawless. I highly recommend this hitch!
The product was professionally installed but it didn't go well and the finished installation looks sloppy with the bumper cover bending over the hitch receiver.
Heather A.
7/13/2020
It looks like the installer forgot to trim the fascia. This particular installation requires a 3.0’’ tall by 8.5 cut out of the bottom panel according to the installation instructions.
Excellent Hitch for the 2012 Honda Odyssey. The installation is easy if you've got some mechanical skills. Watching the video was a huge help - thanks for those. With a little ingenuity, I was able to do the entire installation alone. Some notes on install. I used a set of ramps, and an ATV jack with some wood to hold the bumper as I removed/installed it. I used the same setup to hold the hitch temporarily as I mounted it using the underside bolts. When it comes to putting the bumper back over the hitch, something the install videos missed - the top bolt holes in the metal bumper have a triangle cut out, meaning you can put the bolt and washer into the top hole a few threads THEN hang the bumper on the bolts ensuring you get the bumpy washers on the inside of the bumper. Then put the front/bottom bolts through the front holes with a socket extension as shown in the video. Cutting the bumper - there is a better way if you know to use a utility knife. I propped the bumper up on sawhorses, then from the inside, I used a 12" framing square and utility knife with a new sharp blade to cut the rectangle and exhaust areas. The trick is to just score lightly first, don’t go crazy, and using the edge of the square, and then progressively cutting deeper - It looks totally pro and is way easier to cut than you may think.
Rust – This was actually the hardest part. If your vehicle is older, I highly recommend running the hardware into the rusty holes (likely the exhaust side) all the way to mounting depth before attempting to install anything. Just take your time, and get this right, knowing the bolts will seat before struggling with anything. I ended up using one bolt as a tap, and the other to go to the hardware store to replace the one I modified/damaged. I also removed a very large dent from my bumper with the hot water trick while I had it off. All told, it took 3 hours, alone, and I don’t do this type of thing often. Overall, I'm super happy with the product and glad I took on this little challenge.
I did it! 2011 Odyssey touring elite. And I'm in my sixties! First, watch videos to be sure you can do it. I've built things all my life, however I had to install this hitch totally by myself. Videos were great . First removing bumper really was easy after getting clips and 10mm nuts loose. Had to remove .additional connectors for backup and lane departure. Bent bumper tips about a 1/8 inch in were shown in video. Did not bang them in as far as paper instructions suggest. . Loosen top bolts about a half inch and remove bottom ones. Then lift bumper up this will allow bumper to come off, this is shown in video for 2014, but mine is a 2011 and it works also. then if yours is as old as mine, use wire brush to clean nuts holes for bottom support. Took muffler off hanger and it allowed me enough room to use racthet..Tape washers to car as suggested in instructions. Back to hitch, lift it and install new bolts in top holes only. First on passenger side, then other side. Just in deep enough to hold hitch.Install hitch bolts under car, I did driver side first, made it easier working around muffler. Now place bumper on top bolts, this will allow you to install lower bolts and washers. Now remove top bolts add washers and reinstall. I used inside bumper cover guides I think there 5 inches a part, found center. I traced diagram of cutout on outside of cover, then used utility knife ( new blade ) to cut. like butter. muffler cutout was easy from inside. Reinstalled bumper, don't forget to connect connectors, both sides on my van. Followed steps in video and was done. No extra parts and it took me only about 4 hous to complete. Looks factory, and I did it at my own pace. Great product and company, they had it to me in 4 days, lost tracking service and support center verifed it was on its way . Then they called the day it was to arrive, just to be sure it had. Wow, great customer support. Highly reccommend etrailer. Now for the wiring I found a plug in the van that I plan to use for wiring (picture shown). then towing a small bowrider for the grandkids, and me.
A hitch was perfect for the car. I purchased unfortunately because I put the hitch on it brought me to Chicago don’t ever move to Illinois. But as far as a hitch, it was perfect. They did a great job.
Chauncey
3/4/2025
The product has worked out perfect and I used it quite a bit before the car went dead on me. It was very stable and worked perfect for the odyssey. I ended up having to get a new Odyssey and put a new hitch on it because of the situation I was in. I now have a 2021 Honda Odyssey in the hitch that I put on my 2013 did not work on the new chassis. I was misled on being able to transfer my old hitch.
OK...let me first state I'm very happy with the final result! Installing this hitch was battle but that wasn't the hitches fault. I reviewed the video to get the general idea of what I was doing and dove right in.
The facia and rear bumper came off as expected. I had some trouble getting the electrical plugs off but managed without breaking anything (I have the sensors in the rear facia). Everything was prepped and ready and that's where the trouble started.
First, I noticed that since the right rear side has no under-body plastic shield (that's where the exhaust is...duh), Honda, or someone, had sprayed a bunch of this rubber coating...like that Flex Seal stuff. I'd assume to give the frame some extra corrosion protection since it is exposed to the elements. As such, I had to cut away a chunk of the stuff to allow the large spacer block to sit properly in between the frame and the hitch. That was minor and I expected that sort of deviation but the next part was killer.
I started to thread the larger bolt on the right side (read in one of the reviews to do this to make sure it could thread before trying to install everything...glad I did) only to notice that, no matter what I did, it wouldn't go in. Upon inspection, I noticed the hole and threads were completely corroded with rust. It took the next 2 hours, a small can of WD-40, and an electric impact driver to get it sorted out. More than once I thought I was in over my head and thought I should take it to a professional. What I wish is that Honda would put a plug in those holes on the right side that are unprotected. It would cost the company may be less than a penny and maybe 2-3 seconds on the production line to protect those holes. Then someone like me would be very thankful that Honda was thinking ahead and sing praises of the company for being awesome. BUT that was not to be!
In any case, with the help of a friend, I got the hitch/bumper installed, torqued to the correct specifications, and the facia back in place.
It looks sharp and I am very pleased with the results. I love the clean look! I decided to run the wiring harness through the hole just left of center. The gromet there is made of rubber and it was very easy. I did have to cut and splice the 4-conductor wire which is a no-no according to the instructions but I don’t care. The thought of seeing the harness come out of the bottom of the door seems really ghetto to me and what I did looks more professional. T-One should really make that an option somehow.
If you want to run the harness the way I did, do it after removing everything but before installing the hitch. It was easier to fish the wires.
Good luck and have fun! Cutting the facia was nerve-racking but not bad so don't let that scare you off.
My only critic was the condition of the box when it arrived. The box looked like it had been run over by a Sherman tank! A huge hole was ripped in the top as if someone was trying to get at something inside (everything I ordered was there…whew). The powder coating on the hitch was damage in a spot or two but that was very minor.
I just installed my hitch today on my 2012 Honda Odyssey. It took me about 3 hours start to finish. I am extremely happy with the result and I'm SO glad we decided on the clean, hidden frame on this Draw-Tite hitch. It looks so good and almost identical to a factory install. Just a few tips after having done it once with the video:
1. The right side of the car near the muffler didn't have much info about it in the photos or video. It would have been great to have some tips about removing the rubber muffler mount in order to get access to the bolt that needs to be torqued to xx ft-lbs. Just spray some WD-40 on the rubber hanger and it will slip off the hanger with a little effort.
2. After you cut out the areas of the fascia, use a plastic brush tool on a Dremel or similar rotary tool at medium speed to clean up the rough edges. It works really well and gives a nice clean edge. See photo below.
3. When you hammer the bumper beam projections, don't do it straight on. If you hammer from the side, you will be able to flatten them almost completely and it looks so much better. See photo below.
Honestly the hardest part of this project was putting the mud flaps back on and aligning the holes. Everything was so easy and well instructed in the video. I HIGHLY recommend this option if you want a nice clean finished look on your hitch without the frame hanging down in plain site. The few extra steps and extra work are WELL worth the effort.
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Jason
6/8/2025
This is really a two year update from the purchase but one year since the review. Everything is still great. Weve hauled 4 bikes across the country and back multiple times in addition to countless local weekend trips to nearby trails. The hitch shows minimalnormal signs of wear but nothing unusual or concerning. I still highly recommend it.