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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Subaru Crosstrek'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
No drilling through vehicle frame required for installation , Access holes may need to be enlarged by filing or rotary tool
Complete Towing Package for 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
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Great Low profile hitch! This is a way better option than the Subaru brand for the buck. I am truly satisfied with this hitch very easy to install, took my wife & I maybe 15/20 minutes to install it. I didn’t install an electrical harness as I only need/want it for my bike rack. This is the second hitch receiver I purchase from etrailer.com and both times I’ve been pretty satisfied.
This product has held up well. Use it for my 3-bike rack on my Subaru Crosstrek and it's had no issues. Install was relatively easy, I had a friend help me who had done this before on his vehicle. He had the correct tools such as torque wrench and knew the sequence quite well. I need to get a fun cap for the hitch though!
The etrailer hitch fits perfectly on my 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness edition. The matte black finish matches well with the matte black cladding of the Wilderness edition. Very satisfied with the product and the service from Kyle at etrailer.
Tom H.
11/11/2024
Works perfectly. No problems what so ever.
I had it mounted by one of etrailer's recommended installers and they had no issues. The shop billed the job for 2 hours of shop time which I felt fair for the work needed including a lift. The vehicle being a Subaru Crosstrek will not be towing, but carrying bikes and kayaks. The Yakima Long arm Load Extender purchased here on etrailer. It was packaged in a heavy cardboard box that adequately kept mine from breaking out of the box. The UPS driver stated "he wished that these hitches were shipped in no box, wrapped in foam and tape". These are well built and heavy with a solid powder coat finish. Clearance fit was perfect with no need for cutting the car's bumper.
This is a very well made hitch receiver, very solid and looks great on my 2023 Crosstrek! Installation is just as described in video provided. I bought a 1-1/8” step up drill that worked great to enlarge one hole in each side. As mentioned in other reviews this is a 2 person job and you need to have the car up on blocks.
I’m very impressed with the product and service of etrailer. I called them to ask some questions, they answered right away and were able to answer my questions.
Thank you to the crew at etrailer!
Debbie
7/7/2024
Its been a year since I got this hitch, Ive had no problems with it. Works great!
This was definitely a 2 person job. It would have been very difficult to try to align the frame of the hitch to the frame of the car, support the weight, and thread the fish wires through without someone helping!
Drivers side drill out required pulling the exhaust off the hangers but that was so much easier than it sounds.
Used both square washers on the front bolts as the hitch frame overlapped ever so slightly with a seam with more depth of material on the car frame.
So far have only used it to transport bikes on a bike rack but it did that well, looks great, and best of all is tucked in and out of the way vertically and front to back. Great product!
Awesome trailer hitch! It wasn’t too hard to install, and the quality is superb. I’ve had it for a year now and have had zero issues with it. I bought this along with a 1UP bike rack to haul my bike around, the hitch is solid! It’s holding up very well!
First, I opened up the center frame hole to fish the wires, instead of using the forward mounting hole (as their videos show), so as not to weaken the forward mounting surfaces. I found the included hardware to be just a little lacking for a clean tight fit. I ordered a pack of 2" grade 8 carriage bolts on Amazon, and got two 9/16" flat washers from Ace, to make up for the recession around the forward mounting hole and compensate for the round hole spacers. I also used some leftover scrap gasket material to make two identical flat washers. I taped the gasket washer, flat washer, and round hole spacer onto the car frame, around the mounting bolt. (See Pics) It's a tight fit next to the exhaust hangers, so I'd recommend detaching the hangers from the car side of the anchors instead of the exhaust side. Also, the square hole spacers for the forward mounting holes weren't long enough to catch inside the frame so you'll definitely need an impact driver to snug the nuts up. The safety chain was welded slightly out of square. Even though I slightly diverted from the instructions, the install videos were very helpful. Customer service replied to my e-mail concerns in a timely manner, but didn't seem to understand what I was describing about the recessed forward mounting hole. My original order included a trailer wire tester, but they had to backorder it and thus held up my entire order for it. After a month of waiting, I canceled the tester and it was shipped the same day. Then I ordered a different tester on Amazon.
Using the hitch only for a bike rack, but it looks and works great!!
This is my 2nd trailer hitch from etrailer and I am so happy with it. Instructions were very clear in the video tutorial which was extremely helpful. I didn’t have a cone but nor did I want to spend $50-100 on one so I busted out my Dremel with a coarse red grinder on it and it took me less than 5-7 mins to widen the holes in the frame. I used this hitch for my 2021 Crosstrek Sport. I haven’t used it for anything yet but the hitch looks and feels very sturdy, and it fits one of my hitch racks perfectly. I’m very happy and would highly recommend.
Tyler
3/5/2024
I haven’t towed anything but I use for a bike hitch rack and have had no issues. Would highly recommend!
This arrived quickly. I went over then instructions and it is straightforward, but I need to buy a larger hole enlarging tool before I do the job. I want to make sure it is done right.
FYI... you must enlarge one of the holes to fish the bolt and rectangular washer through. Not a big deal, certainly easier than drilling a new hole. A tapered hole cutter is the best tool, but it could be done with a grinder bit on a dremel.
Kerry
4/9/2025
The hitch for my 2024 Crosstrek works great for its intended purpose, which is to hold my bicycle carrier. I have taken many trips with the carrier attached and the hitch is solid. There is only very minor rust after one upper midwest winter.
Kate F.
4/9/2025
Installed as it should, this is our 12th hitch from etrailer. Instructions were clear and hardware was accurate.
Clean install on the Crosstrek
They are FAST, HELPFUL, and the process has been flawless every year, every car.
Victoria H.
4/4/2025
Wow that's outstanding, we really appreciate your repeated business Robert! We enjoy the opportunity to be your go-to all these years and we'll be here for you for many more years to come :)
Looks great. Garage did a great job installing it. One of their recommended installers. I prefer the matte black finish of the etrailer brand. Bike rack mounted on it is solid. Hoping this gives us many years of no frills use. Had the wiring harness installed just in case
Another great product etrailer. This is my third purchase from etrailer, and as always the product shipped quickly and was a direct fit. I order directly through one of the reps, Mike B who is fantastic.
Installation took me 1.5 hours in the driveway on ramps. 2023 Subaru Crosstrek.
Sean
3/21/2024
10,000 miles later and all is well. Take the extra time to add rust preventative measures to the holes you may need to add to install the hitch hardware.
Delivered early on my day off, took about an hour and a half to install. Nice heavy duty feel to it, solid piece of kit.
2024 subaru crosstrek wilderness
I am a 48 year old woman with a mechanical background. I installed this hitch on a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek in about 40 minutes by myself. I used a jack to support the hitch during installation. The how-to video provided by etrailer is fantastic.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/7/2025
I'm glad that our videos helped you out, Tommi! Girl power fist bump :D
Purchased the hitch, the Tekonsha wiring harness and the light tester. Shipping was fast, everything was intact and installation was straight forward as described. Thanks to etrailer.com for saving me a pocket full of money. My local Subaru dealer wanted $750 for the factory hitch with installation and that hitch was only 150 lbs. TW and 1500 lbs. towing capacity. Etrailer.com will have my business for all my future towing needs.
It took a little work to install; I'm not a pro but have done a lot of vehicle work. It fits great and is out of view except for the tongue, which is nice. I've seen other hitches on Crosstreks that really hang out there and look bulky.
I mostly use it for cargo or bike racks; and dirt bikes. I'm really happy with this hitch!
It fit perfectly! It was a one person install using a floor jack. Was told by others muffler had to come out. Didn't need to remove it! It snaked right in. Instructions were great! Easy to understand. Buying your hitch and doing the installation by myself made it one fourth of what the dealer wanted. You are a winner in all aspects.
This is my second etrailer hitch install. The hitch and hardware are excellent. I would recommend etrailer for quality and ease of installation.
Perfect for 2022 Subaru Crosstrek! This hitch is a great price and tucks in really nicely under the rear bumper. I did the installation myself without any problems, I backed the rear up onto ramps to give me a little more room and also used a Dremel tool to enlarge one of the frame holes on either side.
So far I've towed my fiberglass camper 400 miles, super happy with this hitch!
Jonathan
12/19/2023
Ive towed my fiberglass camper a little under 2,000 miles since my initial review including through some rough roads in the mountains, its just as solid as when I first installed it. Highly recommend!
Super fast delivery, easy installation with the videos and paper instructions. Awesome service
Installed within 30 minute easily on a 2025 crosstrek. Using a strap on the trunk latch, I was able to do it by myself. Holds a bike rack solid.
It does rest very close to muffler pipe, but didn’t touch.
Gwendolyn Y.
5/2/2025
Hey Eric. Looks like you headed off to a good place to bike at!
Shipped fast and packaged well. Installed in a little over an hour. Needed a extra hand to get it in place. I was very happy with the look. On Crosstrek Wilderness model I was concerned about a gap between the bumper cover and the drawbar. The E hitch fit very well leaving no gap. thank you etrailer!
Box came with all of holes in it and had no hardware for it. Had to call you to get hardware to assemble it
Katrina D.
7/9/2024
Yikes, yeah that doesn't look good. Sometimes the hardware is located in the hitches receiver. Unfortunately, this could cause the hardware to get misplaced when shipping. Lets get the hardware replaced for you right away.
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Gwendolyn Y.
3/21/2025
Install looks great on your Subaru, Jose! How often do you take the bikes out?