Solution for Stealth Hitch that Has Stuck Hitch Attachment
Updated 09/08/2025 | Published 06/03/2025
Question:
I unlocked the lock, but the trailer hitch will not fall out. Ho do i unstick it?
asked by: David R
Expert Reply:
Hey David, Stealth does recommend removing the hitch attachment of their hitches like the part # 391HYUNPALIS19T when not in use so that's probably why yours is not wanting to release. So what I would recommend is spraying some WD40 where it inserts and then next using a rubber mallet to see if you can get it to release. It may take a few times of trying this but it should eventually let go. I would first spray with WD40, give the hitch a couple good whacks with the rubber mallet to help the WD40 penetrate and then wait maybe 20 minutes or so and see if you can get it to come off.
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Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Completely Hidden
- Stealth Hitches
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Jameson C.
9/8/2025
Hey David, did the WD40 and rubber mallet trick work to unstick your hitch? I'm asking because your experience might help others facing the same issue.