How To Install Trailer Hitch On 2022 Dodge Durango R/T Plus AWD w/ Full Size Spare

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I have a 2022 Dodge Durango R/T Plus AWD with a full size spare tire. Do you make a trailer that can fit my vehicle? Thanks.

asked by: Rowland R

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Expert Reply:

There are trailer hitches that fit your 2022 Dodge Durango R/T Plus AWD, but none will fit with a full size spare.

Your options are to go to the dealer and pick up a compact spare so you can install the etrailer # e98901 allowing you to tow a trailer or carry a bike rack/cargo carrier.

or option two is unfortunately you won't be able to install a trailer hitch at all. Due to clearance restraints underneath your vehicle there won't be an option for retaining a full size spare, though I'm sure that's not what you're wanting to hear.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Cjnut

3/30/2025

Hi Samuel I am a salesman and researching this question for a customer who would like to add a hitch to their 2022 Durango R/T. Is the reasoning you state above because of the full size spare? I am assuming. While researching I came across this how to video from your company. In it he clearly states dropping the spare. And I am uncertain if it was full or compact. Can you shed some light on anything related for me. So far this link is about the closest I have found to being able to tell them it s possible. Appreciate you! Chris

Cjnut

3/30/2025

@Cjnut I am an idiot...here is the video link https://videos.etrailer.com/static/images/video/install-draw-tite-trailer-hitch-2022-dodge-durango-dt38mr.webm

Kate F.

3/31/2025

@Cjnut Hello Chris! Our etrailer hitch # e98901 will fit the 22 Dodge Durango R/T with a spare that is 18" or smaller. It will NOT fit a full size spare. Is it the Durango that you are trying to sell?

Cjnut

3/31/2025

@KateF yes...it is already sold. During the deal the asked about adding the hitch. I can't seem to find the MOPAR equivalent thru our parts department and online. Using the hitch cover to hide it is the preferred method and the spare tire kept coming back as an issue. Thank you for answering my question. I will report back.

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