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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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No drilling required for installation , Underbody panel(s) and/or fascia must be temporarily loosened or removed. Trimming may be needed to reattach panel or fascia. , Requires temporary removal of bumper/fascia during installation , Fascia trimming required
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (132 Customer Reviews)
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.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 - 03/14/2020The 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 - 07/13/2020perfect fit (as if it were made just for this car) no modifications were needed other than were in the instructions. instillation video was right on. Will be used to attach handicap cart lift to the car.
James L - 02/17/2021I 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.
Well constructed heavy hitch. Installed it myself, no big issues. Other than the torque specs,the instructions were all but useless, use the video. Only complaint was that I only had 2 spacers for the bumper, supposed to have 4. Fortunately I had 2 that I could use and it didn’t cost me much time. Check the hardware when you receive the kit. The factory threaded panel you have to flatten out a little with a hammer on the driver’s side was easy. On mine, the passenger side was covered in thick undercoating, I had to use a grinder to take some of it off down to the metal. I hammered it flat and sprayed it with some rust resistant paint. Then the rectangle spacer fit fine although the tape wouldn’t stick to hold the spacer. You can tape that spacer to the hitch. I used the T-Connector wiring harness and it worked great. I ran the wire through a factory plug on the inside rear wall of the well just to the left of the latch catch. The light plug was a little too big, I cut the wires ran them through factory rubber plug and soldered them back together. This put the light plug right at the hitch, very clean and I don’t have a trailer wire laying in the well. Very happy with the purchase and really like the clean look.
Brooke M - 03/30/2021
Ground clearance, it needs more. The Odyssey is low to the ground, this hitch adds to the problem. But, this is the highest hitch I've seen, so I guess I need to get a lift kit? Ha!
David - 03/25/2021Perfect and easy. Don't shy away because the rear bumper facia has to come off to install. Looks much cleaner than a big rusty tube in 5 years (the typical finish on most steel auto accessories is powder coat and it just doesn't last that long in northern climates). It's easy to remove a couple 10mm screws and the plastic push pins holding the facia on.
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 - 07/26/2018The quality of the hitch and overall fit and finish after installation is fantastic. The instal took quite a while as I had to run to the hardware store a few times. I recommend purchasing a trim panel removal tool, tap and die and new hardware. I had to retap the bottoms right (passenger side) M12 bolt as material had rusted in the threads. I also replaced the M10 Bolts that fasten the hitch to the rear of the car. All in all the video helped a lot and my total instal including trips to the hardware store was 7 hours. Since the vehicle is 7 years old (2014) this project is tougher as any car ages due to natural corrosion and debris buildup on the underside of the automobile.
I purchased and installed through etrailer. We use a heavy duty bike rike for road trips. It was amazing timing that we had this done pre-pandemic. We’ve had no issues at all and would use etrailer again.
Just as expected. Sturdy, well built, fairly strait forward to install. One star off for the flimsy packaging. The box was ripped and untaped on one end when I got it, and there was nothing to keep the hitch from sliding around inside. A bit more packaging would have kept it safer.
I'm a software architect, not a mechanic--but I was able to put this hitch on without any issues. And I'm really happy with the way it turned out.
Don W - 04/30/2021I 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.
Straightforward 2 hour install with 2 people. Video was very helpful (but skipped the need to pound down the Honda bumper a little). Written instructions were simpler but supplemented the video. Nice design and integration into the van.
Great product, easily installed it myself on my 2015 Honda odyssey , I like that it’s more concealed and up higher for better ground clearance than other bumper hitches, looks professional from the factory on my van. I can now pull a trailer and haul my bicycles with a bike rack. They have a nice video on their website that helps you to install correctly .
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 - 10/07/2018OK...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.
Hi, I was able to get this hitch installed on my wife's Odyssey without too much trouble And it works great with our Thule T2. I've been telling all my friends that etrailer is excellent. I just realized that when my wife goes out of town with the kids it will be a great time for me to do some mountain biking but she will be driving the Odyssey with the hitch. I guess I need to order another hitch for my Honda Accord. Got any discount codes you could send me?
I am greatly impressed with the product. It fits and looks great on my Honda Odyssey 2015. It is high quality and worth every penny! Installation was pretty simple overall. The only complications were as follows (See photo of bumper beam: The heads on the bolts that come with the hitch are larger than the Honda factory ones. This makes getting them through the access holes in the bumper beam (marked in red) difficult as the result of larger heads is needing a larger socket which does not fit through the aforementioned access holes. You will most likely need a "thin-walled socket" with a 6 inch extension to get those in. Additionally, if the bolts won't start and are cross threading, get a small socket on your extension (one that does not fit around the head of the bolts), take some double sided tape, and use it to stick the bolt to the socket. Now gently insert the bolt into the hole and begin to turn at a cautious pace. If it's not going in you'll now have room to adjust the bolts pitch/angle because of the smaller socket. Once you get the bolt threaded you can use a regular (thin-walled) socket to tighten to the appropriate torque (do not tighten any bolts until they are all started). Also if the bolts wont seem to thread check that the hitch mounting holes are positioned correctly. If they are off too much they will get in the way of your bolts. I shaved the corners (marked in yellow) on the bumper beam using an angle grinder about 1/8 inch to make the bumper cover fit better (took about 30 seconds to do all 6 corners).
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 - 07/07/2018--
Rachael H - 7/9/2018This 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 - 04/27/2019This frame hitch was fantastic! and at a great price. Definitely made me a fan of etrailer.com, where I subsequently bought a great bike rack
Hitch fits perfectly. Only issue is with the hitch mounting behind the bumper beam reinforcer, this causes the actual bumper to come in direct contact with the reinforcer beam which now has created 2 small indentations in the bumper. This can be avoided by smashing the bumper beam reinforcer with a hammer just a bit. Only reason I give it 4 stars.
Great package at a really good price. This is a two person job as the instructions and video say. So 80 minutes was more like 4 hours for me working alone. If you are like me and don’t like the “leave the wiring inside” mentality. There is a pop-out that will allow you to run the wiring outside without having to cut any cables. Also do a field fit before cutting the fender. I measured the bumper thinking the tabs were centered. They are not. Have someone hold it up for you and mark he edges then drop it down and cut the 3” depth.
Easy to install and looks great. So much better looking then the ones with the huge beam across the back. It took me about 2.5 hours by myself and I haven’t done something like this before. I didn’t lift the car off the ground although that would have made it easier. Next time I would probably back it up to a curb and have the back end hanging off to give me 6 more inches. The instruction video was awesome. The only tricky thing to me as putting back in the trim panel pins that hold in parts of the plastic on. I found it easier to remove the pin into the two parts and get the first part in first then push the pin through. Overall I would highly recommend the hitch and the installation wasn’t that bad.
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