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  3. 2 Inch Hitch
  4. Class III
  5. 3500 lbs GTW
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2015 Toyota 4Runner
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

Part Number: e98857
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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from etrailer. etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" part number e98857 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Tows up to 3,500 lbs (GTW): Handles small campers, boats, or utility trailers with ease
  • Holds up to 350 lbs (TW): Supports bike racks, cargo carriers, and other Class III accessories
  • Bolt-On Design: Mounts directly to your vehicle’s frame with no welding required
  • Matte Black Finish: Powder coat over protective base resists rust and hides dirt and scuffs
  • Complete Hardware Kit: Includes all mounting parts and installation instructions for DIY setup
Made in USA

Features to know about

Get More Out of Your Vehicle: Tow, Haul, or Carry With a Class III 2" Hitch

This hitch gives you the flexibility to tow a small trailer, carry bikes, or add a cargo carrier whenever you need extra hauling space. With a 3,500 lbs maximum gross trailer weight and 350 lbs maximum tongue weight (4,000 lbs GTW and 400 lbs TW when used with weight distribution), it’s built for light to moderate towing. The 2" x 2" receiver fits most standard accessories like ball mounts, racks, and baskets, so you can easily swap gear depending on your trip.

Built to Last: Matte Black Powder Coat Over Protective Base Coat

The fully welded steel construction is finished in a matte black powder coat layered over a protective base coat for superior rust resistance. This coating gives the hitch a rugged, carbide-like look while hiding scuffs and dirt better than glossy finishes. It’s made to handle real-world use without looking worn down after a few trips.

Comparison image showing etrailer matte carbide black trailer hitch finish next to a traditional glossy black finish, emphasizing the matte texture and reduced reflection.

Close-up comparison of matte carbide black finish versus glossy black finish on trailer hitch materials, illustrating the non-reflective, durable texture of etrailer’s coating.

Simplify Your Setup: Bolt-On Install With Included Hardware

No welding or modifications are required—this hitch bolts directly to your vehicle’s frame using the included hardware kit. The precision, robotic welding ensures everything lines up cleanly for an easy install you can do in your own driveway. Once in place, it provides a solid, secure connection point ready for towing or carrying accessories.

Specs

Receiver Dimensions

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"

Class Rating

  • Rating: Class III

Weight and Capacity

  • Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
  • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 4,000 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs
  • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 400 lbs

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

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Installation Details E98857 Installation instructions

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4.8

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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.

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It is well made.



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Easy to install, works great!



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Easily installed. Removed the 2 tow brackets and pulled a rubber plug from the third bolt hole and it bolted right in. Took 5 minutes with impact and second guy. It goes around the exhaust bracket and fits nicely



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Great fit, easy to install. Easier with 2 people



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Great! Fast shipping! Even came a day earlier than expected! This hitch seems very sturdy and was relatively easy to install. I did it by myself using a few Jack stands to hold it into place then tightened the bolts up. Torqued to [xx] ft lbs per the instructions.



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Great product, Curt trailer hitch & wiring.
Decent
price, free shipping arrived in 2 days!
Perfect, thank you!



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Easy to install looks good haven’t done wiring yet but will update when finished. Initial installation took less then 1/2 hour. Great online videos.



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Super fast install on my 07 Lexus RX350. Only downside is I have to tilt my spare tire with my foot to drop it and raise it as it gets caught on the hitch. Not a big deal though.



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Easy to install, heavy duty.this is my 2nd one from etrailer. now I need to find a reduce from 2" to1-1/4" for my bike rack.



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Great Fit for my Lexus 350 and very easy to install. Very Sturdy, quick shipping amd great customer service. After having it for over 1 year with NO issues and got a Bike rack for my E-Bike. Works Great!!!! Thank you

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Scott S.

4/25/2025

Outstanding. I don’t use it often but when i do it works as intended, Thank You



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This trailer hitch for my 2008 Lexus rx350 fit perfectly. It is very well made. Finish is good and the thickness of the metal metal is heavy duty. I’d buy another hitch from etrailer again without hesitation if it’s built like the one I got.



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The overall experience with etrailer was excellent, fast shipping, a good quality product and a relatively easy install.



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Took a ratchet strap to make it line up with bolt hole, but looks like it will work good



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Good tow bar, but I had to cut off a bit that was pressing on the edge of the spare tire. The spare drops down ok now.



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I was disappointed that the hitch came slightly bent. I had to use a bottle jack to widen the bolt holes by 1/2-3/4'' in order to bolt the hitch to my car. otherwise it works fine for my 2005 Toyota highlander.

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Jenny N.

6/7/2023

It sounds like that your hitch receiver was a bit flexed. We see this happen from time to time with hitches in general. You found a solution that worked for you and we offer a FAQ with similar suggestions.



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Good looking, strong and decent price. Easy install as noted. Would buy from etrailer again!



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The hitch and referenced video instructions made for a straight forward install. Thanks!



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This product was exactly what I needed. It fits perfectly. I would recommend that you have a shop that has impact wrenches available to take off the old hardware and put on the new with torque wrenches to get to specs. This product looks great when installed correctly.

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Ryan Z.

11/11/2025

The trailer hitch receiver has worked as expected and does look good. Two things of note is that there is not a place to secure the trailer light plug in I just tuck it into the back of the bumper but it does fall down sometimes. Also, I had and issue when I got a flat tire getting the spare in and out it is a very tight fit and awkward to maneuver back above the receiver.



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This receiver frame bolts to OE tapped holes and looks great. The part that allows clearance for the muffler fits great. Looks great!



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Installed it myself with no help. And I’m mechanically a dodo so if you’re hesitant to install it yourself, don’t be. I used my toddler’s chair to let the muffler portion of the hitch rest so it’s elevated while I screw (sounds dirty I know) on the drivers side of my 2008 Lexus RX350. You just gotta make sure you have the right tools. Watching the video really helped. Don’t forget to torque each bolt to XXlbs/ft. Only “issue” was when it was delivered, part of the hitch went through the box and it chipped some paint off. I was given back $15 credit to buy a touch up rust protection paint on [online].

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Aj

5/24/2024

I love it! Trying to convince my wife her RAV4 needs one



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Quality product delivered in a good timeframe with excellent tracking feature. Installation videos provided were also very helpful.



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This was so easy to install on my RX330 Lexus took 20 mins tops, everything lined up followed video. The finish is excellent see pic. if you are looking for an aftermarket hitch. Use these guys. Thanks



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It fit our 2007 Lexus Rx400h. Nobody tells you that if you have the 18 in full size spare tire, that you need to deflate the tire a bit for the hitch to mount proper. Otherwise it's good.



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Super easy to order. Did use chat feature to confirm correct item. Fast free shipping. Fit like a glove. Impressed with the quality of the hitch. Was expecting something less but wow. Took about 20 minutes to install by myself. Definitely recommend and will use etrailer again



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Perfect fit, exactly as described, super easy diy installation using the provided videos.

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Claire H.

7/14/2026

It looks great! I'm glad the videos were helpful in getting your new hitch installed. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!


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  • Will etrailer Hitch Fit 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
    Hey Allen! Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch # e98857 will fit your 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Our hitches only come with the matte black finish. If you prefer a glossy finish you need the Curt # 13530 which also fits the hybrid instead. What will you be using the hitch for?
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Cargo Large Cargo Carrier for a 2005 Lexus RX 330
    In order to use a cargo carrier on a 2005 Lexus RX 330 you'd need to start with a trailer hitch, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98857 is what I recommend. In comparison to the other options, this one has a matte finish which better blends in with the vehicle. The 60x19 Curt Cargo Carrier part # C18100 would then work well for this setup. The inside dimensions are 60-3/16" long x 19-3/8" wide x 2-15/16" tall so that is what you'd need to use to determine fit of your storage...
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  • Does Tow Package Affect Install on etrailer Trailer Hitch on 2005 Toyota Highlander
    The factory tow package won't affect the install of the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98857 on your 2005 Toyota Highlander. I believe what you are talking about are tie-down brackets, which are on some models of Highlander. You'll just remove those and it won't have any impact at all on the hitch or the install.
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  • Can I Remove the Spare Tire After Installing the etrailer Hitch on a 2008 Lexus RX 350?
    Yes, it can. Once you install the etrailer Hitch item # e98857 on your 2008 Lexus RX 350 you will be able to lower the spare tire if needed. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Lexus with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity, and a 350 lbs maximum tongue weight. What do you plan on using a hitch for?
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  • What Trailer Hitch Fits The 2005 Toyota Camry?
    Hello Craig. We do offer a hitch for the 2005 Toyota Camry, but the # e98857 you mentioned is only for a Toyota Highlander or Lexus RX 330 and 350, so this will not fit a Camry. The correct hitch for your 2005 Toyota Camry is the following: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" # C12339 I have provided a link to our install video for you below.
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  • Mounting Hole Dimensions For etrailer Class 3 Hitch e98857
    Good morning, Doug. I took a walk out to our warehouse and measured the etrailer Class 3 Hitch # e98857. I edited a few pictures to show the dimensions. I can't really say if this will fit a Toyota Previa so you best bet will be to measure. Right now it looks like there is no custom fit hitch made specifically for a 1995 Previa. The # e98857 is a custom fit hitch listed for the following vehicles: 2004 - 2005 Toyota Highlander 2006 - 2007 Toyota Highlander excluding Hybrid 2006 - 2007...
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  • Does etrailer.com Hitch # e98857 Fit 2007 Toyota Highlander with Full Size Spare
    The etrailer.com hitch part # e98857 that you referenced is compatible with the 2007 Toyota Highlander non-hybrid that you have and will not interfere with the full size spare you have either.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2006 Lexus RX 330
    Out of the three hitches that are confirmed for your 2006 Lexus RX 330 The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch # e98857 is best because it has an extra coating of rust resistant paint on it making the paint coat to last longer in the elements. The hitch is also made in the USA. The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required, and has a matte black powder coat finish that is over a protective base coat that offers...
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  • What Vehicles Does etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver e98857 Fit
    Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98857 fits the following: 2004 - 2005 Toyota Highlander 2006 - 2007 Toyota Highlander excluding Hybrid 2006 - 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2004 - 2006 Lexus RX 330 2007 - 2009 Lexus RX 350 2006 - 2008 Lexus RX 400h I've attached a few installation videos to this as well in case the person you sell it to has one of these vehicles.
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  • Hitch Receiver for 2005 Toyota Highlander Compatibility with Weight Distribution System
    Unfortunately I can't identify that hitch on your 2005 Toyota Highlander. It doesn't look like any we currently carry for your vehicle. We have two options that are WD system compatible and one that isn't, so I can't confirm that you will have that capability although it does look sturdy. The only confident recommendation I can make since we can't ID that hitch is to replace it with # e98857 which is rated for WD use. If you choose to add a weight distribution system, our current hitches...
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  • Best Trailer Hitch for a 2004 Toyota Highlander
    The best trailer hitch option for a 2004 Toyota Highlander is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98857. This trailer hitch has a bolt-on fit with no cutting or drilling required. It has a matte finish which blends in well with the vehicle and helps hide scratches. It can also be used with a weight distribution system if needed which is used for towing. That said. you will need wiring if you'll be towing and in which case I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole...
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  • Can 2005 Toyota Highlander Hitch Be Reused for 2018 Toyota Highlander?
    The Toyota Highlander has through two generation changes between your 2005 and your 2018 and some facelifts which means your old hitch is not compatible with your new vehicle. You can really see how much has changed (for the better!) when you compare a 2005 Toyota Highlander hitch like the etrailer # e98857 with the newer 2018 Toyota Highlander hitch like the Draw-Tite # DT65MR. The hitches for the older models needed to noticeably angle forward and maneuver around the exhaust. It also...
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  • Can The Spare Tire Still Be Accessed After Installing The Etrailer Hitch On A 2007 Lexus RX 400H
    The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" Item # e98857 on your 2007 Lexus RX 400h does still allow the spare tire to be removed. It may require the front edge to drop first as you lower it. This allows enough room for the back edge to be pushed forward enough to pass the cross tube of the hitch. If you plan on towing at all I recommend the 4-Pole Flat, Hardwire Kit, and Circuit Tester Item # C59236. This kit not only ensures you have proper...
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  • Recommended Towing Package For A 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
    When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2006 Toyota Highlander The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch # e98857 is 100% confirmed to fit your vehicle. The trailer hitch has a matte black powder coat finish that is over a protective base coat that offers a superior rust resistance. The hitch has a bolt-on installation that requires no welding. The Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236...
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  • Install Video that Can be Used for 2007 Toyota Avalon for Trailer Wiring
    I did find the install video you are looking for and I attached it to this page but it is an older harness that's not still around which is why it's hard to find. You can use it as a guide though for the current harnesses we carry like the # HM48925.
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  • What Size Thread Tap Would Be Needed for Install Hardware of etrailer Hitch e98857
    The etrailer hitch part # e98857 that you referenced comes with bolts that are sized M10-1.25.
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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendation for 2005 Toyota Highlander
    Adding a transmission cooler to a vehicle that is going to be towing is a really great idea. Especially if the vehicle wasn't equipped with any type of tow package. Often times the factory transmission cooler is barely adequate when not towing so when you are towing a cooler will do an excellent job prolonging the life of it. The Derale part # D13501 would be a really solid option that's confirmed to fit. Also the etrailer hitch part # e98857 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for...
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  • Best Trailer Hitch Receiver and Ball Mount To Eliminate Rattle For a 2007 Toyota Highlander
    I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98857 for your 2007 Toyota Highlander. This receiver has a solid steel construction with precision, robotic welding to eliminate the chance of rattle when going over bumps. It uses a matte black finish to give it a factory appearance and it is made in the USA. When using a Solid-Tow Adjustable 2-Ball Mount w Stainless Balls # DTSTBM6400-2S removes any play from the receiver to the hitch ball to prevent rattle. It is constructed of Solid...
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  • Comparing Curt and etrailer Hitches for a 2006 Toyota Highlander
    The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13530 and the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98857 for a 2006 Toyota Highlander is finish. The Curt hitch has a shiny finish and the etrailer hitch has a matte finish which sometimes blends in better with the vehicle. They can both be used with a weight distribution system.
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  • Recommended 7-way Connector For 2007 Lexus RX 350
    I have another option for you, but the Curt T-Connector Harness # C55242 you were looking at is designed for select Ford Trucks and will not fir your 2007 Lexus RX 350. To add a 7-way connector to your RX 350 you will need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118478 to first add a 4-way connector, and the adding the # ETBC7 to make it a 7-way connector. The # ETBC7 will plug into the newly installed 4-way connector and require a few more connections. The blue wire will get run underneath...
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  • Tongue Weight Capacity of etrailer Trailer Hitch For 2007 Toyota Highlander
    I don't know the weight of the platform and scooter, so I can't definitively say yes or no to your question; what I can tell you is that the relevant weight you are looking for is the tongue weight, and the tongue weight capacity is 350 lbs for the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98857. So what that means is just that the most the scooter and carrier/platform can weigh (in total) is 350 lbs to use the # e98857. This is the highest tongue weight capacity for a hitch on an '07 Highlander.
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  • Trailer Hitch for 2007 Toyota Highlander for Rhino-Rack T-Load Hitch Mounted Load Assist
    We do have the exact trailer hitch receiver you need for your 2007 Toyota Highlander so you can install the Rhino-Rack T-Load Hitch Mounted Load Assist and Support Bar for 2" Hitches # RTL002. The correct hitch for your '07 Highlander for the Load Assist is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98857. This is a Class III 2" hitch that will allow you to easily mount the Rhino-Rack T-Load. The T-Load does come with everything you need in order to use it, though in order to lock it you...
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  • Can Hitch from 2007 Lexus RX 350 Also Fit 2004 RS 330
    The etrailer hitch part # e98857 fits a 2004 Lexus RX 330 as well as a 2007 Lexus RX 350. You might check to make sure the 2004 model is a 330. If so, your hitch would transfer.
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  • What Does etrailer Hitch for 2004 Lexus RX 330 Weigh
    The etrailer hitch part # e98857 that you referenced weighs 39 lbs.
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