Will Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Impact Functionality of Kick Sensor on 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander

Updated 08/15/2025 | Published 07/15/2025

Question:

Will the hitch impact the foot sensor on rear hatch e.g. prevent that option from working?

asked by: Len Z

Expert Reply:

Hey Len! The kick sensor will continue to work with the Curt # C26VV installed on your 2025 Grand Highlander. What typically happens is the area right around the receiver is blocked but you really don't want to kick your foot at the receiver anyway. If you swipe your foot across underneath like you normally would (below the receiver of course) it will trigger the sensor. Worst case you would have to place your foot on either side of the receiver but the functionality will not be lost.

What are you planning on using the hitch for?

expert reply by: Robin H

Curt Hitch on Grand Highlander
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Robin H.

8/15/2025

Hey Len, how did the installation of the Curt hitch go on your Grand Highlander? I'm curious if the foot sensor worked as expected after you tried it out. Let me know how it went so I can share your experience with others who might have the same question!