Fascia Trimming for EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver on 2019 Subaru Legacy

Updated 07/13/2020 | Published 07/09/2020

Question:

I am interested in the Eco Hitch Hidden Trailer Hitch for my 2019 Subaru Legacy Limited. Will be using this hitch for a two bicycle carrier Saris which I have used on an SUV previously. What is meant in your description of Fascia Trimming Required? How realistic is it for a non-professional to install the unit? We live near ... so wonder if you have any suggested installers in this area? Thanks

asked by: Kenneth O

Expert Reply:

There is just a bit of fascia trimming required on your 2019 Subaru Legacy in order to install the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7384.

What that means is you'll simply snip off part of the bumper fascia in order to give the receiver the ability to jut out from the bumper so you can use your bike rack. I have added a photo which shows the small section you need to cut out.

While we don't have any affiliation with installers, any local (or even mobile) mechanic will be able to do this job as it is much less intensive then other projects they work on. People also do self-installs on a regular basis so if you are handy with tools and comfortable with this type of work it is certainly possible for you to install the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7384.

expert reply by: Kyle S