How to Raise Height of 4-Bike Rack on a 2024 Hyundai Palisade

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Hello. I have your 2 inch e-trailer hitch installed under my 2024 Hyundai Palisade. All good but the 4 bike rack I use sometimes bottoms out on the road. Do you have a hitch riser for the 2 inch e-trailer hitch? Are those generally safe to use for bike racks? Thank you.

asked by: Edward

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Expert Reply:

Hey Edward, thanks for reaching out!

Thank you for your purchase of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13427 for your 2024 Hyundai Palisade!

When it comes to an adapter that increases the height of the bike rack, generally bike rack manufacturers don't like them being used, but there are some exceptions depending on the bike rack. For example, the Thule Hitch Extender # TH55JV extends and raises the height of your bike rack, but Thule is really the only one who says it's okay to use this product.

If you let me know what bike rack you have I'll be more than happy to look further into this for you!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Edward

2/11/2025

Hi Jon: It is a Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike rack with the additional 2-bike addition option - https://kuat.com/products/nv-2-0-add-on?variant=47376987390250 Regards, Edward

Jon G.

2/12/2025

@Edward Thanks for the reply! Is it the whole NV 2.0 Rack # NV22B-NA22B that is bottoming out, or is it more like the bike repair stand is the part making the contact?

Edward

2/12/2025

Hi Jon: It is only the very back end of the rack that we think sometimes taps the ground when going up semi-steep driveways or bumpy and unpaved entrances to forest parking lots. No issue on regular paved roads and highways. When we use the rack, which is heavy and extends far beyond the SUV, we usually have everyone and their gear in the SUV so there is some sag at the rear of the SUV, even though it is supposed to have self-leveling shocks. Regards, Ed

Jon G.

2/12/2025

@Edward Thanks for the info! So, if you took the bike repair stand off, do you think you would pretty much be clean and free for the most part? The other thing to consider is that if your Palisade is squatting then you can add the Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs # CSS-1145F for suspension help, which would then ultimately help maintain the height of your vehicle and take care of the issue altogether.

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Edward

2/11/2025

Hi Jon: Neighbor with same SUV and similar issue asked if you could recommend an adapter as well for his Yakima full-tilt hanging 5-bike rack - Y02463 Thanks. Edward

Jon G.

2/12/2025

@Edward For the Yakima FullTilt # Y02463 I like the Thule option I mentioned above, part # TH55JV, especially if things are just barely touching the ground.

Edward

2/12/2025

Got it. I'll let them know. Thanks.

Jon G.

2/12/2025

@Edward You're welcome!

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

We do carry hitches that fit your 2020 Hyundai Palisade that don't require any bumper cutting. My guess is the place you took it is installing the hitch for the Kia Telluride, part #C13420, which has a very similar design but isn't the…

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Answer 5

Out of the etrailer #e95ZR and Curt #C13427 hitches I recommend using the etrailer one for your 2022 Hyundai Palisade. They both have the same basic design but the Curt has a glossy black finish while the etrailer has a matte black finish. The matte…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch #C13427 does fit your 2022 Hyundai Palisade. This hitch is a class III trailer hitch and has a maximum towing capacity of 6,000lbs. To complete a towing setup, you'll need wiring #CU94FR, and a ball mount #C45030.…

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Answer 7

The difference between the etrailer #e95ZR and Curt #C13427 trailer hitches for your 2023 Hyundai Palisade is literally just the finish. The etrailer hitch has a matte black finish while the Curt hitch has the classic glossy black finish that we see…

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Answer 8

The #391CONVPT5L Stealth Hitch you'd looked at doesn't include the receiver that's designed for towing, it's meant for hitch mounted accessories only, but there are options that would allow you to tow your boat. To tow your boat,…

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Answer 9

We have both a trailer hitch receiver as well as the wiring you need for your 2024 Hyundai Palisade. I verified both fits directly with the manufacturer for you, and the correct parts are the following: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13427 -…

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Answer 10

We have a couple options on trailer hitches that are confirmed for your 2023 Palisade, which are The Curt #C13427, and the etrailer #e95ZR The two hitches are indeed very similar but each hitch has something the other does not. The Curt Hitch #C13427…

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Answer 11

Curt does make really great trailer hitch and we do recommend them highly. We have a fit for your 2020 Hyundai Palisade too with the part #C13427 but the part number you mentioned is not a fit. This is a mostly hidden trailer hitch with plenty of…

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Answer 12

The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #e95ZR does not require any trimming or modification to your bumper molding or fascia. You will, however, need to remove the passenger side plastic molding…

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