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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.
At etrailer.com 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.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (1012 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.Great product. Very easy install.
Very happy with the hitch. It installed in thirty minutes, had good directions, and looks good.
This item shipped very quickly and installed in the 40 min they suggested it would. Really wish more after market items would be this easy.
Install went smoothly. Make sure you read the instructions completely before you install.
This hitch fit like a glove. The installation instructions were very good. Perhaps the only complaint I might have is that the whole cut in the appearance panel, could be just a bit bigger. Maybe 16 1/2 inches instead of the 17 indicated and a total of 5.25 inches wide. It could also be a bit wider.
I also wondered if the cutting could happen with the panel on the vehicle.
I installed it myself fairly easily. I used a rope around the tie down hook to help hold it in place while I installed the bolts on the frame. It would have been a lot easier with a second person.
The hitch installed on my honda 2012 CRV as advertised with no additonal drilling etc. Before installing I gave it a couple coats of some spray on rubber to give it extra corrosion protection (I generally keep my vehicles 10 years). This is a very solid hitch. I only plan on pulling a small trailer on occasion but wanted something hefty enough for my Softride bike rack which alone is quite heavy especially when you get 4 bikes on it.
Buying from etrailer was fantastic. The hitch was exactly as advertised along with a great price and really fast delivery. I highly recommend etrailer.
Installation instructions from the hitch manufacturer appeared to be a little off. I had to enlarge the access hole three times before I got it to fit. Otherwise, everything went fine.
Very satisfied with this hitch. The unit is sturdy and well built. My main application is for a hitch mounted bike rack. If you plan on discarding the plastic underbody panel, installation is no problem. I kept my underbody panel and opted to cut the required opening to access the left frame mount. Working to line up all of the mount holes on the underbody panel was probably the most time consuming part of the installation. Looks better with it on. Look no further, this is the hitch for your 2012 CR-V.
This is the third trailer hitch that I've purchased from etrailer and I must say that the quality, shipping and customer service is excellent. I did install the hitch by myself and while I was successful, it took me nearly three hours to finish it. I strongly suggest that if you're installing the hitch on a Honda CRV (mine is a 2016), that you purchase a tap-threader to clear the weld nuts on your Honda. I was unable to start any of the supplied bolts, even after inserting a wire brush into the weld nuts on the frame. I'm not questioning the other reviewers, but just relating my own experience. I'd suggest that you try to thread one of the bolts on the exhaust side and if you can't thread the bolt, buy a tap for the correct size bolt. The rubber exhaust mounts can be difficult too, but I did get them removed and reinstalled. I'm enclosing a photo of my bike rack on the hitch. Again, a great product and I've saved hundreds over a dealer install. A satisfied customer.
Great product and installation instructions, fantastic delivery plus excellent choices of products and information
Very solid and stable hitch. Works very well for our heavy 2 bicycle rack. Installation was easy although the hitch is pretty heavy so it was good to have two people to lift it into place.
Ac
2/17/2025
Hitch has been perfect. Still very solid and no fasteners have come loose. This hitch is stout and Im considering getting another one for our vehicle.
Bryce D.
2/18/2025
Bryce D was very helpful with information he provided on hitch I needed for my vehicle.
I purchased the hitch that Bryce D recommended and also purchased the custom wiring harness.
Thanks Bryce for your help.
Gwendolyn Y.
2/5/2025
Hey I know Bryce! I'll pass this on to him for ya, Robert. If you ever need anything else in the future, you can always reach out to Bryce or myself.
Excellent transaction, excellent product. Received exactly as expected, installation was a snap. Have not yet used but do not anticipate any issues. Highly recommend.
Nadine
3/17/2025
After a year of use this hitch receiver is still going strong, no complaints, very stable. Still highly recommend.
Kate F.
3/17/2025
Really solid hitch. I am impressed by how substantial it is and how securely it is mounted. I am using it primarily to hold a hitch-mount bike rack which can hold up to 4 bikes. First ride with the rack and bikes was great - no vibration.
Bernardo
8/16/2024
Perfectly functioning at 1 year
Very easy to install. Make sure to buy a panel tool and a couple extra trim clips as I broke two on the bumper.
Easy installation, on an older car you might want to think about getting a tap and clean up the threads first. I couldn’t have done it without my tap.
Appears to be built strong and was a simple install (other than rusting bolt holes on muffler side which slowed me down). Looking forward to seeing how it works.
Adam
3/10/2025
The hitch is working fine. I have been able to tow both my utility trailer and small boat without an issue.
Kate F.
3/10/2025
Attached this to my Honda CRV and regularly use it to pull a small trailer. Works great and the install instructions were easy to follow.
Very well built and fit great. I worry about the mounting points on the car failing before this product. The box was damaged with a large hole in it and it had a few scuffs on it and I worried that the hardware was missing but because of the way they packed it in the hitch all the hardware was there. Other people said they had trouble getting the bolts to thread but I had no trouble- installation couldn't have been easier. The instructions were great and I appreciate the torque specs for the fasteners, I have a tendency to overtighten. Overall great quality at a good price.I would definitely recommend.
Ben
5/9/2024
Still just fine. Sometimes you get what you pay for.
Wow, what a great hitch. My wife and I plan on towing our bikes with this hitch. We already had a Thule bike carrier that fit onto the 2 inch hitch we have on our Chevy Silverado but sometimes we don't always want to take the truck. We looked at bike carriers to place on the CRV but they all seemed flimsy compared to what we had. As such, we chose to install the hitch. To start things off the price was excellent and I received the item within 2 days of ordering. I also received an email from the company indicating that if I had any issues, to please contact them immediately. A friend and I reviewed the online video (make sure you do this!!!) to install the hitch and moved forward with the process. Following the video and the instructions included with the hitch. we had everything installed within 90 minutes. Just some tips we would include: 1) make the cut into the underside CRV plastic larger than is shown, especially the width. This will allow you to easily place the trailer hitch into position. 2) You do not need to cut a 4 sided hole. Cut 3 sides and bend the plastic toward the driver so that it can be patched very easily with duct tape. I chose to spray paint the plastic and duct tape black but this is not necessary as it is not seen. 3) It was a little difficult to get the muffler hangar back into position once the bolts were tight. We had to loosen the bolts and push the hangar bracket through the hole in the hitch to get this accomplished. 4) We backed the CRV onto 2 small car ramps to allow us the ability to crawl around under the CRV much more easily. I highly recommend this. Overall, I am very satisfied with this product and would highly recommend it to anyone contemplating attaching a hitch to their CRV. I am not a "handy" person but was able to do this without any issues and no one getting hurt!! You can do it!!!
John W.
1/26/2018
My wife and I used it to carry our bikes on a trip from St. Louis to Palm Springs last summer. It worked great and we plan to use it for the same bikes on our trip to Colorado. Thanks for the excellent product!!
This hitch was very easy to install on my 2014 Honda CRV. It fits great under the back and is nicely hidden. The instructions provided were clear and easy to follow. My only comment with regards to the instructions is that It is critical to actually measure the area to be trimmed on the Appearance Panel as the diagram provided on the instructions could be misleading based on the holes and ridges in the appearance panel. Measure twice (or 3 or 4 times in my case) and cut once! Based on some other reviews, I also cut only 3 sides on the trim area so I could close it up by drilling a couple of holes and using zip ties. The removal and trimming of the Appearance Panel took the most amount of time for me as I did not want to make a mistake and wanted to end up with a good looking installation which I think I have accomplished.
I installed this hitch so I can use a hitch mounted bicycle rack to haul our bicycles to nearby bike paths in our state.
I highly recommend etrailer.com! The site is easy to navigate and has so much helpful product information and videos, both installation and product reviews! This is a great and valuable resource that I can't say enough good about. My order was processed promptly and I received my hitch sooner than I expected. It was well packaged and arrived in great condition.
Bruce V.
6/26/2018
1 year later and the hitch has been working great! It is so nice to have the hitch on my CR-V to carry our bicycles on. The hitch still looks like new on my CR-V. This was a great purchase!
Easy installation. Quality product.
Haven't used the hitch receiver yet, however, it was pretty easy to install. The instructions were easy to read. All parts came as described. The installation instructions that come in the product package are more detailed than online. The online instruction video has no sound on my computer, which is probably why they include the script. Customer service is ver good. The answered my questions the day of asking them. Good transaction overall.
Like I said, I haven't used the hitch receiver yet (I need to buy a trailer first), but it is heavy and sturdy. I figure the pic will help give you an idea of what to do when cutting through the plastic undercover to install the unit and leave the cover on.
Jim P.
11/1/2014
Ive had and used a trailer for about 2 months on my CRV. No issues what so ever. Everything is working well. Customer service is still excellent-I recently called to check what I ordered and what the hitch could tow, and got immediate response. Great purchase. One suggestion: perhaps some instruction on how to properly attach and load a trailer to such a hitch, as it would help prevent any mishaps from misuse of the hitch itself. Heightweight/and positioning of trailer load on the trailer is important so as not to overload the tongue weight on the hitch. thanks.
Rachael H.
11/3/2014
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Barry
3/30/2024
A year later and my hitch is still holding up very well. No complaints whatsoever !