Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2016 Toyota Highlander 2007 Highlander Parts Will Not Fit 2016

Updated 03/31/2016 | Published 03/29/2016

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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Question:

I am trading a 2007 Toyota Highlander for a 2016 Toyota Highlander. Can I remove the trailer hitch from the 2007 and mount it to the 2016?

asked by: John C

Expert Reply:

The hitches for a 2007 Toyota Highlander will not fit the 2016 Highlander. They are different generations so there is no overlap for the hitches I'm afraid.

For the 2016 Toyota Highlander the most popular option is the Curt hitch # C13200. This is a Class III trailer hitch with a 2 inch receiver. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation for you.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

And for trailer wiring, if your new Highlander did not come with a factory tow package, use # 118449. If it did come with a factory tow package you can use # 56042.

expert reply by: Michael H