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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Dodge Durango'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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The sturdy steel construction is protected with a matte black finish for added durability. This unique powder coating gives etrailer hitches a carbide-like appearance and a rugged look that sets them apart from traditional glossy hitches. In addition to being rust and corrosion resistant, the tough matte coating hides dirt, scuffs, and dings better than a glossy finish.
At etrailer we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
Tech Tip
R/T models with dual exhuast will require trimming of the heat shield and fascia. No drilling through vehicle frame required for installation , Tow hooks, if present, will be permanently removed , Hitch will fit models with an 18" or smaller spare tire under vehicle; larger spare tires will not be able to be stored under the vehicle
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I have a mobile sharpening business and have an enclosed cargo trailer that I work out of. We just purchased a Dodge Durango and needed a hitch and wiring harness to pull the trailer. I have never installed a hitch or wiring harness before, but etrailer.com has the instructions posted so you can read them before making a purchase. It seemed easy enough, so I made my order.
The order shipped the next business day and arrived in two days!
Installing the hitch was a very simple process of removing 4 bolts, lifting the hitch into place, and reinstalling the 4 bolts. (Hint: If you’re installing on a Durango, or possibly other vehicles, lower the spare tire and get it out of the way. If you have big hands like me, it will be much easier to get to the bolts.)
This hitch tucks very nicely under the bumper. There is no worry about banging your shins on it! It looks good too.
If you are needing a hitch but are reluctant to try to install it yourself… don’t fret! etrailer.com has very clear instructions that are easy to understand.
I would highly recommend this to ANYONE needing a hitch and wants to save a few bucks by installing it yourself.
So far, the hitch meets expectations. I have not used it for hauling a trailer, but I don't see how it couldn't perform that function. I am waiting to install the wiring harness until this weekend. We would only use this hitch for small trailers. This was installed on a 2022 Dodge Durango GT Plus.
I chose to buy this model because it was promoted as being built in the USA. I saw sub $100 versions available on Amazon, but I didn't want to roll the dice on Chinese quality. The purchase/checkout process was efficient and easy. Shipping was quick and the hitch was packaged adequately in a large box. No damage to the finish was noted from shipping and handling. The minor scuffs noted were probably there from the manufacturing process.
INSTALLATION: the process is not difficult, but there was a major difference on our vehicle that was not addressed in the included instructions or the online video. There is a large, semi-circular plastic shield to protect the spare. This shield MUST be addressed so that you do not have a layer of plastic between the metal parts of the hitch and frame rail. Eventually the plastic will crack and fall out, leaving the bolts loose. All you need is a 10mm deep well socket to remove the nuts and you will then have enough room to slip the sides of the hitch *behind* the plastic. Once the bolts are torqued in place (I also used Red Loctite and reduced the torque by 4 lb-ft for wet threads) the plastic cover can be forced in enough to reinstall the nuts.
The ease of installation was the best part. Basically a plug and play application. Gives my Jeep a rugged aftermarket look I was looking for. I would recommend to everyone who needed a tow hitch to check out etrailer.com. The hitch came to me in about three days. Overall happy with this purchase.
Gwendolyn Y.
12/9/2024
Hey Jonathan! I love the video you included, great shot. Happy Jeeping!
Very good product! Everything about it it’s as described! I am happy that I choose etrailer.com
Gwendolyn Y.
2/5/2025
Happy to have you part of the etrailer family! Install looks great by the way, Nenko. What are you planning on towing with your Cherokee?
Nice fit and finish
Gwendolyn Y.
4/28/2025
Hitch looks great, Robert. Is that a bike rack you have on there?
Usually no luck with anything online but this was shipped fast and was a simple bolt up to existing bolts. Like 20 min job. Super impressive
Brooke M.
4/1/2025
So glad to hear that, Terry! I hope you stick with us for future orders too -- online is what we specialize in :) If you ever come across anything you need help with or ever have any questions, we are more than happy to help!
Installation on my 2015 Durango was a breeze! Looks great and works great! Using it currently for a bike rack for 2 e-bikes.
My trailer hitch receiver arrived, I unboxed it, it looked small so I was kind of leery that it wouldn't fit as stated, but I was WRONG! I don't want to steal the line from O.J. Simpson, but the hitch "fit like a glove!" LoL The next project will be tackling the wiring. With the help of etrailer's installation video...the exact match of my vehicle, I'm sure it'll be fine!
We have used this on our 2015 Durango for the last year and have had no issues using a trailer. Using trailer vs. adding a hitch saved us so much money and it was really easy to install. Highly recommend.
Brooke M.
3/27/2025
Happy to hear that, Leroy! Saving money and an easy install - double whammy!
It’s excellent! Easy install. Have not used yet to tow a trailer but believe I will have no problems in doing so. Have only used for a cargo rack when going camping and it was great! Love the matte finish and the addition to my jeep grand Cherokee
Muy buena calidad y muy fácil de montar me encanta como se ve mi Jeep grand cherokee limited [very good quality and easy to mount love the way my Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited looks]
so far I think the fit is great... will find out on the ride to montana
easy install took 1/2 hour by myself....
Bob P.
9/5/2024
fantastic
Installed flawlessly on 2015 Jeep grand Cherokee and looks great. Didn’t event have to jack up car. Haven’t towed anything yet it but sure it will work fine
Kyle F.
3/22/2024
Flawlessly. Towing a kayak trailer. Looks better than a lot of other jeep hitches I’ve seen.
Chris R.
4/10/2024
Ordering was easy and the communication from trailer throughout the whole process was excellent. The hitch was delivered on time. Now to install it.
Well made product, with very good instructions and knowledge of installation and vehicles
Fit was a little snug and needed to use a floor jack to get the last bolt in place but otherwise an easy installation.
The hitch arrived quickly and is good quality and easy to install. I would recommend etrailer for every one
I have purchased many different receivers for different vehicles from E-trailer. All of them worked flawlessly this particular one was one of the easiest installations I ever had. Thank you.
Easy to install. Very heavy duty hitch.
Hitch receiver looks and fit perfect. Really like this
Fast shipping! Can’t wait to get it installed and put to use! Will use Etrailer again! Thanks for the wonderful service
Easiest aftermarket hitch I've ever installed. Third I've bought from Etrailer. Four bolts out, four bolts in. Tucks in tight to the bumper. Very pleased as always.
Fit Perfectly, [online] video very helpful. Good instructions
Russell
12/13/2024
Looks good and functions perfectly after a year
My 2018 Grand Cherokee didn’t have a hitch. This system it tight to the bottom of the bumper kinda looks stock. I really like the round tubes it mad from, a lot nicer then the square tube I had on 2012 Grand Cherokee. It’s still rust free makes the back of the truck look tough!! I would Recommend it to anyone
David
7/2/2023
Still looking good, and performing well. Would recommend this product and buy another one for a future vehicle.
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Brooke M.
3/24/2025
I really appreciate all the details and the advice you give here, Dee. The tip about the spare tire to encouraging folks on the fence to do go for it themselves, it's all informative and helpful to the reader. :) The pictures are awesome, too! They give a realistic perspective.