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Want a clean, factory look while benefiting from extra towing capabilities? The EcoHitch is designed with a hidden cross tube that sits discreetly behind your vehicle's bumper, leaving only the 2-inch receiver visible. This means maintaining your car's stylish appearance while enjoying the functionality of a class III trailer hitch.
Concerned about your environmental footprint? The EcoHitch stands out with its construction from a strong alloy of aerospace-grade aluminum, steel, and stainless steel made from recycled materials. Not only does it provide durability and resistance, but it also supports eco-friendly practices by reducing harmful emissions commonly associated with steel hitches.
Avoid the hassle of complex installations with EcoHitch's straightforward bolt-on procedure. There's no need for drilling or welding, making it a breeze to set up using just basic tools. It's as simple as following some easy-to-understand steps, allowing you to hit the road faster without having to visit a professional.
Looking to haul rigs with assurance? This trailer hitch supports loads up to 5,000 lbs of gross trailer weight and 750 lbs maximum tongue weight. Whether it's a trailer, a bike rack, or a cargo carrier, the EcoHitch empowers you to transport with confidence.
Worried about safety and durability? The EcoHitch goes through exhaustive testing using Finite Elemental Analysis and complies with stringent SAE J684 towing safety standards. This means you can rely on it for steadfast performance and peace of mind whether you're on a cross-country journey or just taking a quick drive.
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Pretty easy install on our 2023 Highlander Hybrid XLE. Took me about 40mins. Had a dremel to trim the plastic cover on the driverside as shown in etrailer's video. Chose this model cuz it looked cleaner / more oem/style and has a higher tongue weight rating. Didn't buy a wire harness cuz we only intend to use a hitch cargo carrier...for now. This hitch will be great for that with the 750lb tongue weight rating. Happy with the purchase.
Hitch install was straight forward with instructions and install video. Cuts to plastic piece on drivers side were easy with a hacksaw blade. Harness install was also straightforward and would have only taken 10minutes had a plastic pin not come off the interior trim and fallen inside. Fishing it out took more time than the rest of the install. Overall I like the look of the finished install. Only 4 stars because the lift gate sense module is sandwiched between the bumper trim and the hitch not allowing holes to line up for one push pin so I used zip ties. My concern is if anything ever bumps the bumper at that location the module will be crushed because there is no flex or give. Lift gate motion sense is still functional but very finicky.
I have installed four different trailer hitches on vehicles, but this is my first EcoHitch. This one was for my 2021 Toyota Highlander. The last one was a few years ago on a 2012 Highlander. This EcoHitch really lives up to the Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver name! The price point for this hitch is much higher than the other models and actually doesn't work any better than the others. BUT it really does sit under the vehicle and is completely out of the way. I needed that because the extra two inches of clearance is what I needed to park the newer Highlander in my garage. So if this issue is important to you, it is well worth the extra money. And installing it was as easy as the other ones I've done. It takes effort and is way easier with another person helping, but no problems when you follow the instructions.
It was installed by a professional installer in about an hour and without having to remove the bumper. It looks great and can’t wait to start using it for biking.
Everything that etrailer.com did was outstanding. My problem was the fact that four of the eight metric split lock washers were not included in the hardware kit. The missing hardware caused a delay in the installation and a trip to the local hardware store. Both items were shipped promptly and well packaged.
I was quite happy with the hitch, in spite of the fact that I never actually used it for towing. Unfortunately, the vehicle is now totaled (unrelated to the hitch).
All the parts were provided. I tried to get stainless steel fasteners in place of the steel ones provided, but I couldn't find them locally. Installation was pretty easy, with help from my son-in-law, but on the ground without a lift. Installation instructions were pretty good, except for cutting of the plastic mud shield. Could have used better help for that.
My order was missing some parts when it arrived due to the box being ripped during shipping. etrailer sent me the parts free of charge and I got it installed today. Super siked to use it! Would definitely order from them again!
Perfect fit! Excellent instructions.
Folks at etrailer helped me get the right hitch and install video made very easy to install. This is my third hitch I’ve purchased from etrailer great company to work with.
Instructions were thorough. I used a scissors hydraulic Jack as my “second pair of hands(as I didn’t have an overhead hoist) , and, took my time with the install.
Looks good on our new Highlander after all was done.
worst experience will not order again. Ordered hitch never received an email for shipping. They never said hardware was not in when ordered called a week later they still hadn't shipped but said the hardware came in I assume if I hadn't called not sure if it would ever be shipped. won't do business again
Fit well but a bit difficult to install. Lower side plate bolts are very close to hitch bolts. Hard to access hitch bolts. Also bolts have to be tightened in a specific order to install the hitch correctly. All the bolts have to be snugged up first to locate all the pieces and center the hitch. Then the bolts for the hitch to the frame get tightened. The lower side plate bolts have to be loose to access the hitch bolts. Then the upper side plate bolts can be tightened and finally the lower side plate bolts.
Also why mix metric bolts and English/SAE bolts? Couldn't all the bolts be metric? Then I can use one set of tools.
Finally I could not remove the muffler from the rear support bracket. I've worked on many exhaust systems and even have the special pliers for pushing out the support hooks. You can't move the exhaust system enough to pop out the hooks. The support bracket had to be removed and reinstalled in order to get the hitch above the muffler.
Perfect hitch. I really like the fact that it is hidden and you only see the receiver. Installed by myself without any issues. Note: Get some extra plastic push clips for the bumper and side plastic. You will probably break some trying to get them out.
The hitch fit very nicely under our '21 Toyota Highlander XSE. The only part visible is the hitch receiver. Very happy to pay a little more for a better aesthetic.
Installed on a 2022 Highlander. Easy install and it looks great - you can only see the hitch extension!
For highlander xse after installation you need change your exhaust hanger lower your exhaust tips. Looks ugly but this is the only way to make it fits
Hitch arrived as expected, I installed as per video on site without any significant issues, Overall a good experience.
So far so good
worked as advertised
GREAT
Perfect fit! Packaged arrived quickly!
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Katrina D.
8/8/2024
Yikes, I am sorry about that. The hardware should have definitely been included. Sometimes, we have the hardware inside the hitches receiver itself. It looks like there was a bit of confusion when speaking about the hardware not shipping and there was some issues with kitting the hardware. But have no fear, they have shipped out now. It is unfortunate that this wasn't communicated properly before you contacted us. Let me know when you receive the hardware and I would love to add your opinion of the hitch and hardware themselves as well as your experience to your review.