How to Tell if 2023 Lexus RX 350 Exhaust Needs to Be Lowered to Install Curt Trailer Hitch

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It states in the instant you have to lower the exhaust in some models. I have the 2023 Lexus RX 350 Luxury model. Will I have to lower the exhaust?

asked by: David O

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Expert Reply:

We haven't had the opportunity to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C29VV on a 2023 Lexus RX 350 as of yet (December 2023), but I'm attaching a clip from the instructions for you to reference. This part of the instructions shows there you'll need to lower the exhaust if the exhaust tips sit in the general area of the bolt holes you'll need access to for the installation. You can compare this to what you have to see if the exhaust will need to be lowered or not.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Curt Trailer Hitch Exhaust Instructions for 2023 Lexus RX 350
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Answer 1

The Draw-Tite item #DT73QR installs below the bumper. This hitch is perpetually backordered due to Draw-Tite being bought out so I have a way better option for a hitch for your 2023 Lexus RX 350. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C29VV. This…

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Answer 2

Hey Pep! According to the photos in the installation instructions for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C29VV it looks like the receiver sticks out just a little from the bumper. The center off the hitch pin hole is 2-1/2" back from the front…

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Answer 3

Hey Dave, thanks for reaching out! I actually recommend picking up the Curt Hitch #C29VV over the Draw-Tite #DT73QR for your 2025 Lexus RX 500h. Even though the tongue weight is lower, it matches right up with the weight rating of your Lexus so even…

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Answer 4

Not that I have heard of but that's typically not an achievable goal of the manufacturer's. The Curt Hitch item #C29VV is a better option for the 2025 Lexus RX 350h. It doesn't have that piece of angle iron mounted between the crossbar…

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Answer 5

Hey Frank, so we do have to recommend you stick with what Lexus recommends for your 2024 Lexus RX 350h in regards to installing a hitch like the Curt part #C29VV that is a fit for it but there are several people who have used this hitch to carry a…

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Answer 6

We have a hitch for your 2023 Lexus RX 350h with the Curt part #C29VV but the Draw Tite you mentioned does not work. The Curt would still allow the rear kick sensor to open the rear tailgate but you would have to kick to either side of the hitch.

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Answer 7

Hi Terry! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C29VV can be installed on your 2025 Lexus RX 350h without lowering the exhaust, but it will be more difficult. We actually did just that in the install video I have linked.…

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Answer 8

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by "direct fit" because all three of the Class III trailer hitch receivers we carry for your 2014 Subaru Outback are custom made and designed for your vehicle. The hitch that has the most factory-like…

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Answer 9

Hello Tom, Congrats on the new Lexus RX 350. Not a whole lot of cars grab my attention on the road, but the new grille on the RX 350 gets me every time! Our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"…

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Answer 10

I can tell you John, I had the same concern when I installed a receiver on my Acura RDX. While my receiver did not entirely prevent the use of the kick sensor for the hands free liftgate it did limit the area I was able to kick due to the receiver.…

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Answer 11

To add a hitch to your 2024 Lexus RX 350, I recommend the Curt item #C29VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Lexus with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, it has a 3,500 lbs maximum towing capacity, and a…

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Answer 12

Hey Tim, for your 2024 Lexus RX 350 the best option we have is a mostly hidden Curt hitch part #C29VV which only has the hitch opening hanging below the rear bumper. We do not have anything that is totally hidden at this time. For an e-bike rack the…

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