Will the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Interfere With Liftgate Sensor on a 2025 Toyota Highlander
Updated 11/03/2025 | Published 01/17/2025
Question:
I have a 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum. Will the hitch interfere with the truck open sensor
asked by: Charles S
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Expert Reply:
Hey Charles, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e75ZR is going to interfere with the that liftgate sensor but you're not going to lose it entirely. You will just have to kick to either side of the receiver to find the "sweet spot", which should activate the sensor still.
expert reply by:
Bryce D
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
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Jon G.
11/3/2025
Hey Charles, how did things go with the hitch and your Highlander’s liftgate sensor? Were you able to get the sensor to work by kicking to the side of the receiver? Your update could make it easier for others with the same setup.