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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When I first watched the installation video for the Draw-Tite trailer hitch for my 2018 Subaru Outback it looked very intimidating! But by following the video directions I was able to complete the installation fairly easily. It was the same story for the wiring harness.
The hitch showed up on-time as indicated in the correspondence from eTrailer. Build quality is good and fitment was perfect. As others have mentioned in their reviews the powder coating was dinged up in a couple of out-of-sight spots on mine but that's not unexpected. Overall the powder coat was adequately applied.
The installation videos were very helpful in determining where all of the push-pin fasteners for removing the bumper fascia plastic. I had to deal with factory fender flares which are not addressed in the videos. I know some Outbacks do have the fender flares installed and it would be nice to have that pointed out in the videos.
I found it easier to just jack up the rear end and remove the rear tires to simplify the removal of mud flaps and fender flares. That way you don't have fiddle around with a little 90 degree screwdriver to remove the screws for the mudflaps and fender flares. Personal preference on my part.
For what it's worth, you can disconnect the back up sensor plug prior to removing the rear bumper fascia by reaching up under the bumper before you remove it from the car. I discovered that after reinstalling the fascia and realizing I'd forgot to plug it back in after I put the fascia back on...oops. I thought I might have to remove the fascia again to connect it and that didn't appeal to me at all! I got down on the creeper and rolled under the bumper and discovered you have full access to the back up sensor plug from under the car.
I have tested the hitch with my bike rack and one Ebike on it around the neighborhood a few times and things seem solid. I think it will work out just fine. I'm pretty sure I'm going to have to do some suspension upgrades to keep the rear end from sagging excessively when the car is loaded with 2 Ebikes and other gear, but that's not any fault of the hitch itself.
LOVE IT! This hitch is perfect and has never given me a bit of trouble. It holds my mobility scooter and is fit perfectly for my 2018 Subaru Outback. I highly recommend it because it is strong and doesn't even show. Highly recommended.
Brooke M.
6/12/2025
Glad to hear that, Lora! It's nice having something sturdy that you don't worry about :) Happy to hear it's been a good fit :)
Trailer hitch arrived on time. Excellent quality. Installation components were complete. Instructions were clear and accurate with a helpful video. The job was only moderately difficult and reasonable for anyone handy with tools.
I don't usually review but I recently purchased a Draw-tite Hitch receiver (76227) and a Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack (S64670) from etrailer.com. The company is doing their best to help customers learn what they need to make the best decisions. Many thanks to the people at etrailer!
This Draw-tite hitch receiver is structurally superior to the other options. It is 29 pounds of excellent engineering. I am very happy with it without exception. The installation directions were useful and clear. Although I altered my installation because I didn't want to lose the use of one of the bumper cover fasteners. I'm glad I did because my idea worked perfectly. I think others may find this alteration useful, so I'll share it here.
There are 3 plastic push pin rivet fasteners holding the bumper cover up from the bottom of the Subaru. The directions from Draw-tite have us bend the center one up out of the way so it doesn't interfere with the hitch receiver. But I noticed the one in the middle was not centered and could still be useful with a small modification from the directions. The holes for these fasteners are the bridge between the car body and the rear bumper cover, because they align perfectly. With the Draw-tite hitch receiver installed, centered on the studs for the bumper rail, I measured the distance from the sides of the hitch to the left and right pin flanges on the Subaru. By using the matching holes in the bumper cover, these measurements precisely predict where to cut the hole.
I cut the bumper cover hole 3.75" wide by 4.75" deep which gave me a .25" space around the hitch receiver. I also had to cut the center metal pin fastener flange on the car .25" on the center side so that it would clear the hitch and yet still remain useful. With this modification from the installation directions I am able to use all the fasteners to hold the back bumper cover in place. It's a cleaner look and it is more stable.
The Swagman XTC2 bike rack is well thought out and highly useful and sturdy. I just hauled two adult bikes over 1,200 miles through many terrains and the Swagman handled everything without incident. It is easy to mount onto the car and the bikes go on with ease as well. I was happy to be able to lock everything down with pad-locks and I didn't have to worry about theft. I'm very happy with this purchase. I've had other bike racks that were much heavier and less secure, and much harder to mount. The bikes go onto the Swagman so quickly that it seems effortless. Thanks etrailer for opening my eyes to better possibilities, and making the purchase so easy. You are the best!
Great hitch for my outback. I consider this way better that the U-Hau version I had, cleaner appearance and brings the hitch an inch or so higher than the U-Haul one. It is a bit of a lengthy installation but worth it.
We've had this for a year and it has been great. Installation required me to find the right size sockets, and also a longer extension for my socket, but otherwise was smooth when following the YouTube video instructions. I felt very accomplished when the install was completed.
Brooke M.
6/6/2025
I'll bet it did feel great to get it done DIY style! Way to go :)
The hitch fit perfectly on our car. The videos showing the installation steps boosted my confidence that I could diy install it. The product itself is very well made and feels solid; coming out of the box AND installed in the car.
If there’s one negative, the powdercoat was chipped in a couple places. Looks more like shipping damage than manufacturing quality.
Installing this hitch was pretty easy and it's a good design. I was a bit intimidated by taking off the bumper fascia, but I had no issues. I live in the high desert so there was a good deal of dust and dirt under the fascia, in the bumper, etc. so I added some cleaning chores. Kudos to Subaru for the design of the back of the car, which makes for a simple and very solid installation. Follow the torque instructions, it's tighter than you might think.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/25/2025
Happy to hear that the hitch installed smoothly for you, William. What are you going to be using the hitch with?
I bought it for a bike rack for 4 bike. I have taken it on and off several dozen times and it is solid.
Everything about the experience was great. If you watch the install video and read the instructions you will have no issues! I rented the torque wrench from a local auto parts store. The hardest part is putting the trim back on.
I did this by myself within 2 hours.
I purchased the Draw-Tite Max Frame Hitch Receiver for my 2017 Subaru Outback. The people at Etrailer were great to deal with and helped me to make my choice in purchasing the correct hitch receiver for my Outback. I wanted a hitch that was like a custom fit and the Draw-Tite Max is the one. The instructions were easy to understand and it took about an hour to install. The service from Etrailer was great and they were always there to help me with my questions. I also purchased the Hopkins Plug in simple wiring harness which was very easy to install.
Larry S.
7/30/2019
Looks great and works great . One great hitch.
I ordered my hitch and got it just 4 days later. I backed the car into the barn out of the sun at 9:45 and had the hitch installed and the car back on the road by 11:30 by myself. The hardest part was getting the clug clips out because of the dust and mud. Putting the bumper cover back on was time consuming, too, but I wanted to make sure everything fit correctly. I even located and replaced a missing plug to make sure all holes were filled. Installing the Tekonsha wiring harness went as per instructions, except I had to remove one cargo hook to allow the fender cover to lift enough to gain access to the vehicle harness. I ran the trailer plug under the interior padding and under the door gasket and will secure it to the hitch receiver with tie wraps. Looks good on my 2013 Outback 3.6R imited (don't mind the dust from the barn floor).
Bob
8/29/2019
We dont tow often, but this hitch allows us the flexibility to tow a small trailer and UTV when we need to go outside the county. It is an excellent investment and does not hang out in the way.
Got this hitch early this year, had it attached by my mechanic cause I figured he had more tools than I do. I just recently got a bike rack for it and all I can say it that it’s rock solid! Through rough gravel roads I’d peek in the rear view mirror and the bikes are solid back there. (A testament also to the 1Up rack. What I also love about it is that since it’s attached to the inner steel bumper, it’s practically invisible except for the receiver. A great product at much less cost than a hitch from the dealer.
Mike
6/9/2021
Same as the day it was installed! Ill be sure to get this hitch mount again when its time to trade in my vehicle!
Very nice hitch. Installation went pretty smooth on my '18 Outback. I know this is rated a 10/10 on the difficulty scale but I would think it's easier than mounting the hitches that are bolted beneath the car, which requires drilling, yet are rated 6/10. No drilling here which is why I chose this hitch, along with the clean appearance (no bar visible below the bumper). I've done very little car work in my time so this is definitely doable if you're reasonably handy. Some recommendations. I had to spend $50 on tools I didn't have, the most expensive being a torque wrench. I also picked up a 10" ratchet extension, a handy little mini ratchet for unscrewing the screws for the mud flaps (guy uses one in the video), and a bag of spare retaining clips for Subarus. The latter is nice to have because you might break some clips as you get them out, like I did. The bag of aftermarket clips of multiple sizes only cost a few bucks online. Also, be ready for a surprise or two. Mine came immediately: For some reason the first four retaining clips I had to remove (for the tail-light covers) were not the kind that could be unscrewed or popped out. They were permanently set (see photo), so I had to wedge a screwdriver in there behind the cover to get them loose. This took a while to do because I was worried about breaking the tail-lights. I don't know why those clips were used for my car. If you happen to have them, then getting them loose will require some finesse. I also recommend keeping the clips organized for re-installing them. As I took them off I labeled them and put them in numbered bags, and wrote the corresponding numbers next to the holes on the fascia. Kudos to eTrailer for having such great installation videos. They really do making it much easier. Also, the shipping was crazy fast. Got the hitch in two days. Nicely done, etrailer. Will be buying from you again.
Absolutely a plug and play installation. Literally the hardest part was bringing myself to cutting the fascia. The guidance on YouTube for the other hitches was thoroughly enough to give me enough confidence to take on the project myself, instead of paying someone else $150.00 to do it for me. I did try to save the attachment on the fascia near the hitch mount, I am hoping this will give a more secure mount using all of the push pins.
I wasn’t even close to feeling confident, but now a close friend want to do his, and I am certain the two of us can get his done in 45 minutes or less.
Paul
8/19/2019
Doing just great! Would choose this hitch receiver and etrailer again.
This was much easier than I thought to install. The installation difficulty rating made me think it would be difficult to install but it wasn't for someone somewhat mechanically inclined used to working with vehicles. To cut my bumper I used a cordless sawzall with a fine-tooth blade normally used for metal. It worked great for the plastic on the bumper and gave clean cuts. I did bust some of the plastic push-pins while removing the bumper, but those things always break and I have spares in my garage for that reason, but not the hitch's fault. Also worth noting, looks very good and clean when finished.
I have recently ordered, received and installed a trailer hitch and roof rack for my 2018 Subaru Outback. Shipping was in good time, order was correct and installation was easy. Great instructions and how-to videos online were very informative. Etrailer will be first on my list when I need something for my cars.
Lance
7/19/2019
No problems at all with my hitch.
So I received this hitch in just a few days after placing the order, I opened the box to look it over as heavier items like this commonly get dinged during shipping. I needed to repaint a couple small spots, 10 minute fix. I ordered this hitch for my daughters 2016 outback to keep the vehicle looking sharp as the only thing visible after installation is the receiver. I prepped my tools per the instructions, opened an installation video on my phone and took it step by step, it was surprisingly easy and every one was please with the results!!
Paul
8/13/2019
Great!
Went with the drawtite. Best value in my opinion..the eco hitch would have been my choice(I just think it looks a bit cooler and sits more at a factory height tow hitch..about an inch difference from the draw tite and eco hitch) but the drawtite looks super clean once installed!
It’s not a hard install and requires basic minimus tools. The video is real helpful. Tow infinity and beyond!
Cesar
6/25/2022
Sturdy! Always glad I made the purchase. Thing looks brand new still
The hitch appears to be well made and installation was simple. The instructional video was very clear. The only suggestion I'd make is to cut the notch in the bumper fascia 4 3/4 inch deep, instead of the 4 1/2 specified in the instructions and video.
I was very pleased with the quality of the trailer hitch for the price and the ease of putting it on my Subaru Outback! I know how to use tools, but not a car person, so the video and written instructions made it simple to do. I am excited to use my bike rack or even toe a small trailer.
Tammie D.
4/27/2021
It has been a year since I installed the trailer hitch and it has been put to the test by driving from MD to CO with a [moving company] trailer. It passed the trailer test and I use it primarily for my Rocky Mount bike rack. Definitely got my moneys worth from the hitch and look forward to using it for years to come!
1. I ordered the Draw-Tite hitch from etrailer based on the added feature of the extra set of pin holes for the stabilization pin. The hitch I received and installed did not have the extra pin holes. See pictures below. Unfortunately I didn’t’ realize this until I completed the installation. The packaging and instructions had the correct item number. But to tell you the truth I don’t know what I received…. Emailed customer service but the person who replied back was clueless… I am now shopping for a cargo rack but will most likely buy from that tool store in the northern part of the country.
2. Like others measure twice, cut once. I didn’t need to cut the center hole on the bottom of the fascia.. Used two zip ties to attach it since I couldn’t line up the hole sufficiently for the push pin.
Clayton O.
8/31/2021
Hi Tom, Thanks for your feedback! Draw-Tite updated their hitches and no longer have the second hole for the J-pin.
This is a great hitch for my 2018 Subaru Outback. It fit behind the bumper beam was excellent and everything went back together without any issues. I particularly liked the fact that I didn’t have to throw away the foam cover that came as part of the 5 mile an hour bumper. The written instructions coupled with the video of the install using the comparable eco-hitch was all that was needed to do a good job without mistakes.
The one thing missing in the instructions though was no mention of the electronic bumper distance sensors for the backup camera. This needs to be disconnected to remove the bumper facia. Also, I would recommend the height of the cutout for the hitch should be increased about another 1/4” to 1/2”. The recommended height is tight and although it fits, it is right up tight against the drop portion of the hitch frame. Also, I read reviews by others that questioned whether or not there are enough threads grabbed by the nuts you place back on the studs after installing the hitch behind the bumper beam.
After I completed the install with the Draw Tite hitch, I found there was just enough threads to grab and properly torque the nuts onto the studs, but only about 1-1/2 threads showing after the nut. I would have liked to have a bit more threads to spare than this. I also matched this hitch with a new bike carrier for mine and my wife’s bikes. I tested it out and everything worked as planned.
Mike L.
8/13/2018
According to Draw-Tite, having 1-1/2 threads showing above the nut is acceptable. Any less than that would be a problem, but as long as the stud protrudes a bit from the nut, youll be just fine.
The hitch was very easy to install on my 2019 Outback utilizing the video and instructions that came with it. I also installed the Curt wiring harness and I installed everything and was done and completely picked up in less than 3 hours.
Richard
6/29/2021
The trailer hitch is built Rock Solid. It will most likely Outlast my car. Excellent product fairly easy installation.
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Gwendolyn Y.
7/16/2025
Thanks for sharing your install experience with us! Whenever you're ready to add a bit of support to your suspension, the option available for your 2018 Outback Wagon is part # CSS-1125R. It's an easy install and does a great job helping out when you've got all your gear loaded in the back. What kind of gear are you hauling along with your bikes?