How to Make the Bumper Cutout on a 2023 Chevy Bolt EV for an EcoHitch Trailer Hitch

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I’m going to install on my 2023 bolt ev. Was looking for a little bit of information on trimming my bumper cover and install. Thanks.

asked by: Leonard M

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Expert Reply:

Hey Leonard, thanks for reaching out!

The cutout you need to make for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7359 on your 2023 Chevy Bolt EV is actually pretty simple, and you can see it at the 11:12 minute mark in the attached video.

I would post a photo from the instructions that goes over this (they make it look really easy) but for whatever reason TorkLift doesn't like their instructions being "leaked" online. I'll send the instructions to you in a separate email though so you can see what I'm talking about.

What do you plan on using the hitch for?

expert reply by: Jon G

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EcoHitch on a 2020 Chevy Bolt EV
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Jon G.

9/12/2025

Hey Leonard, did the instructions I sent help with the installation of the EcoHitch on your Bolt EV? I'm curious to know how it went because it could help others looking to do the same.

Leonard M.

9/12/2025

@JonG. Yes was perfect. Got me over the little hurdle. Install was pretty easy all your videos made it possible. I will be using you guys when I get another car.

Jon G.

9/14/2025

@LeonardM Glad to hear you had an easier time getting the hitch installed! Let me know if there's anything else I can help out with in the future!

Answer 1

The trailer hitch options for a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV all require minor trimming of an underbody fascia panel. That said, this won't even be visible from outside the vehicle. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11457 however does require the…

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Answer 2

In the install instructions for the Curt hitch part #C13420 there is a diagram that shows exactly how to measure to make the correct fascia trimming but it does not come with a template so that was a poor choice of words by the installer in the…

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Answer 3

For the EcoHitch Access Hole Cover #306-XA2002 here are the instructions on how and where to drill access hole: Place the bumper on the ground to allow marking on the inside floor of the plastic undercover with ribs. Measure from the front of the…

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Answer 4

We've sold quite a few of the Draw Tite hitches part #24956 that fit your 2019 Chevy Bolt EV and we've not had the feedback like what you described. I'd be curious to know what bike racks were being used and the weight of the bikes as…

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Answer 5

The only option for a Class II hitch on your 2021 Chevy Bolt EV is the EcoHitch #306-X7359 with a 2" receiver. Any hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver like the #24956 is Class I. If your bike rack is Class I compatible the Draw-Tite will be the…

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Answer 6

Yes, there is a single trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV that has the necessary tongue weight capacity to carry 125 lbs of accessories. The hitch is from EcoHitch, and is the following part number: - EcoHitch Hidden Trailer…

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Answer 7

There is a pretty significant difference when it comes to the hitches you mentioned that fit your 2018 Chevy Bolt EV, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #24956 and EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7359. As you mentioned, the Draw-Tite…

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Answer 8

Yes, you can use either Draw-Tite hitch #24956 or Curt trailer hitch #C11457 with the Thule EasyFold bike rack, #TH903202, on your 2017 Chevy Bolt. If it were me I would go with the Draw-Tite hitch #24956 for 2 reasons. First, Draw-Tite does not…

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Answer 9

The installed weight of the Draw-Tite is 25 lbs, while the EcoHitch weight is 32 lbs. Both of these hitches do fit your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV, but between the two the best option is the EcoHitch, which is the following part number: - EcoHitch Hidden…

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Answer 10

We do have hitches for your 2022 Chevy Bolt EV like with the 2 inch hitch with the EcoHitch part #306-X7359 or with the 1-1/4 inch hitch #24956. Both of these hitches are mostly hidden since only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper.…

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Answer 11

Great question, Wayne! Since the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24956 is only a Class I hitch receiver you'll be limited to carrying 2 bikes with it. Class I receivers are weaker and when you toss anything more than a 2-bike rack on…

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Answer 12

Between the Curt Trailer Hitch, #C11457, and the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch , #24956, I recommend the Draw-Tite Hitch for its better ground clearance. The Draw-Tite hitch's receiver opening sits closer to the hitch cross tube. The location of the…

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