Does etrailer Hitch e93ZR On 2023 Nissan Rogue Require Trimming Of The Heat Shield?

Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/21/2025

Question:

Is any trimming of the heat shield needed on a 2023 Nissan Rogue? I had mine installed and its making some kind of rattling noise. Thank you!

asked by: Tricia B

Expert Reply:

Hello Tricia, thanks for reaching out. Yes, some modification to the heat shield is required in order to properly install the # e93ZR hitch on a 2023 Nissan Rouge. They do not call this out in the instructions, but we have found this to be a necessary step on most (but not all) new Rogue models. Otherwise you will have that rattling you mentioned. What I would do it take the car back to your installer and have them trim the heat shield so it no longer rattles up against the hitch. Or if you have the tools you could trim it yourself. It should be just a small section.

expert reply by: Jesse M

Jesse M.

10/27/2025

Hey Tricia, did trimming the heat shield stop the rattling around your Rogue’s hitch? Your update could make it easier for others who run into the same issue.