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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your Subaru XV 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 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
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Installed a year ago. Very easy, very simple to install. I love the look and it's still on very securely without issues. No rust, no chipping.
I do recommend e trailer trailer hitches!
Great product at a good price. Installation was easy thanks to the video. The fish wires are amazing!!!
Nice fit, easy to install, arrived very quick.
2017 Crosstrek Premium
Order arrived super fast. According to (local installer) who installed it for me, the installation was standard, no complications. I got it to be able to use a bike rack and my results are good.
Pretty happy with the product and the build quality. Love the matte black finish. I was able to install this by my self (took me around 90 mins). With the car up on jack stands, I used my floor jack to support one site of the hitch receiver while I got the flange nutes started on the other side.
Would recommend that etrailer provide slightly longer 1/2" carriage bolts. With the round hole spacer that goes between the frame and the hitch receiver it can be a little tricky to get the flange nut started.
Shipping box did a good job protecting the hitch, all parts were included, the instructions were clear and I had no issues installing the hitch. Thanks
This is a heavy duty hitch that was very easy to install. The video instructions were very helpful. I used a rat tail file to quickly enlarge the holes and the fish wires made it easy to pull the bolts and plates into place. The hitch fit nicely around the muffler without the need to detatch the muffler. I had not problems at all with the installation and it only took about an hour.
Recently received my trailer hitch from etrailer. The install was a breeze especially with the helpful online videos for guidance. I did have to expand the frame hole slightly but only took about 10 minutes for that part. I’d say total instal time was less then an hour. So far I have only used to totes some bikes around but big trip coming up end of July with more gear. Very satisfied. Thanks etrailer.
Jef 
7/28/2019
The trailer hitch after a year is still going strong! We use it often and are very satisfied with this product.
etrailer honestly has the best customer service out of any online products besides Amazon. Highly recommended. This is my third hitch from them.
Hitch was very easy to install, maybe an hour and a half, fishing the bolts worked flawlessly once you got the wire through the second hole. Great service thanks again. Oh and this was installed on a Suburu 2015 crosstek.
Richard
6/30/2021
GREAT !! USE THE HITCH EVERY WEEKEND WITH NO PROBLEMS
1 person installation.
The customer service and speedy shipping from etrailer was fantastic!
The hitch was easy to install and the video online makes the process very easy to follow. It probably took me about 1.5 hrs - I did it solo. Recommend having a hand when actually attaching the the hitch bc it is heavy. I used a dremel to make the bolt holes larger. The fish hook method was super convenient. They provide the “fish hooks”. I did not have to take off my muffler on my 2015 Subaru Crosstrek. Very happy with this decision because Uhaul hitch& install was way more $$$ than etrailer. 10/10 recommend
Perfect fit as stated for my 2017 Subaru Crosstrek. The bolt fishers included with the kit were life savers. The video showing how to install it was spot on. Two people would make installation a breeze...but I managed to do it myself.
This is my second purchase from etrailer & both experiences have been excellent. I ordered this hitch on the morning of New Year’s Eve, knowing full well that it would not be shipped until after the holidays. Much to my surprise, I received an email a few hours later stating that my order had shipped. The order arrived quickly, the installation was every bit as easy as the video makes it look & fit was spot on. I did not have to lower the exhaust & actually installed it by myself, using a series of blocks to lift it into place a little at a time. All total a little over one hour to install.
From start to finish the install took fifty minutes, (using ramps and a creeper, not a lift). Perfect fit and great quality product. The video was very helpful.
Awesome, order was fulfilled and shipped quickly. Website made it easy to find what I needed for my vehicle.
Install was very easy. I was able to manage on my own. Second pair of hands to hold the hitch is ideal (and safer) but to lend credence to how easy, ONE person CAN install. The etrailer install video on correct order to use fish wire is great. 5 seconds watching will save you 1 min of figuring out the puzzle. Great online tools from ETrailer. A+++
The installation was quick and easy, exactly as shown in the install video. I put the hitch on my wife's subaru crosstrek xv, mostly for the 2" hitch bike rack that we use regulalrly. Customer service was prompt and responsive since my order initially arrived without a set of spacers. They sent replacement parts right away. I would order from them again every time.
This was a great fit. If you have a second person to hold it, that helps a lot as this is a heavy, well built piece.
Trailer hitch came with easy to follow instructions and I was able to do it by myself. I was able to install within 30 minutes and that was taking my time. It does help to have the right set of tools(which I do) but I can’t imagine if you need to take it to a shop that they would take long to install it either.
Video was most helpful. Very good design and fit.
My cheap step drill bit got dull so I finished with die grinder.
The Tools supplied were exactly right.
Good product, with excellent customer service. I had a few missing pieces in the attachment accessories pack, and they sent out a full replacement pack right away. I would absolutely purchase again.
A side bonus, the branding stickers were minimal and easily removed/relocated to not look tacky (I'm eyeballing you curt/uhaul..).
I purchased this hitch and a wiring harness for my Subaru Crosstrek to haul a small aluminum boat. The installation of the hitch was fairly easy, the lighting harness was easier!
I am quite pleased with the product and would recommend it to friends.
Shipped right away and arrived on time. The instructional video was spot on and the hitch went on quickly. Looks great on the car and plenty of room left between the back window and the mountain bike.
Easy half hour installation - solo- just support one side on a jack until bolts are started on the other side.
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Mike
5/20/2022
Great. It is only used to hold a hitch mount bike rack and it is solid so far.