Will The e29ZV Work On My 2025 Lexus RX 350 With Kick Sensor?

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Does this model work for a 2025 Lexus RX 350 with kick sensor?

asked by: Ping

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Yes! The etrailer hitch # e29ZV does fit your 2025 Lexus RX 350. What I have seen with kick sensors on vehicles, is that some work and some do not after the hitch is installed. Since the receiver sits right in the center where the kick sensor is you sometimes just have to move your fit to the left or the right of the receiver and it will work. In some cases it has blocked it and not allowed the sensor to work. It depends vehicle to vehicle, but we have not had a chance to try it on that vehicle and see if it works 100%.

What are you looking to use the hitch for?

expert reply by: Nick S

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Philip

8/28/2025

Hi Nick, I have the same question regarding the kick sensor on my 2023 Lexus RX-350 Premium plus package. I want to use the hitch for a bike rack and occasionally tow a small utility trailer. Thanks

Nick S.

8/29/2025

@Philip Kind of the same situation. We have seen vehicles not have an issue and some do. Since the sensor is in the center right where the hitch sits it most likely will have issues. What I have found is moving your foot to the left or the right of the receiver is able to access the sensor, but since the hitch sits where it is there is not a guarantee that it will work the same.

David P.

9/12/2025

Our car is a 2025 Lexus RX350Hybrid. We have a light trailer for carrying our two single kayaks. We occasionally use a hitch mounted bike rack and carry two medium weight bikes. I've bought and installed Curt hitches for prior cars and they are very sturdy and well made. I am concerned the hitch might render the foot activated rear door inoperable. That'll be a no-go with my wife. Can you talk about or show pictures how you might have successfully relocated the door switch on this or prior Lexus installs?

Tom B.

9/14/2025

@DavidP, I just installed this unit yesterday on my 2025 Lexus RX350 Premium+. The unit did render the foot activation inoperable. My wife got it to work one time, by waving her foot in the small opening directly above the hitch receiver, but only once. I can't even find the motion senser (but I'm not sure exactly what I'm looking for).

Nick S.

9/16/2025

@DavidP It sounds like you get out often! I can understand the no-go issue with that. We have installed the hitch before, but any sensor or door switches that need to be relocated need to be done by the dealership. With that said I am not entirely sure how or where they go since that is not something that we do. Typically the sensor from what I have hear is just moved to the left or the right, but again that would be something a Lexus dealer would need to do for you.

Answer 1

Hey Scott, the only difference between the etrailer #e29ZV and the Curt #C29VV is the powder coat finish like you noticed. The Curt has a gloss finish and the etrailer a matte finish. Aside from that there's no difference in design or materials…

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Answer 2

Hi John! We definitely have hitches available for your 2026 Lexus RX350h and the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #e29ZV is a great option. The matte finish makes our hitches blend in better than…

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Answer 3

Hey Dave, thanks for reaching out! I actually recommend picking up the Curt Hitch #C29VV over the Draw-Tite #DT73QR for your 2025 Lexus RX 500h. Even though the tongue weight is lower, it matches right up with the weight rating of your Lexus so even…

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Answer 4

Hello Tom, Congrats on the new Lexus RX 350. Not a whole lot of cars grab my attention on the road, but the new grille on the RX 350 gets me every time! Our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"…

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Answer 5

Hi Curtis, The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e66AR mounting hardware requires a 1/2" socket for installation.

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Answer 6

Hey Karla. To add a 4-way wiring harness to your 2024 Lexus RX 350, you'll want the Curt item #C59236. If you do not already have a hitch, I recommend the Curt item #C29VV. If you have any additional questions feel free to throw them in the…

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Answer 7

Hey Phil! You do not need a factory tow package to install a wiring harness on your 2024 Lexus RX 350. You can use the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness #TK92KR. This plugs into the connection points in the rear cargo area and then a hot lead will run up…

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Answer 8

Yes, but that's just to get it installed the first time. I have linked the instructions below for the Curt Hitch item #C29VV. Step 2 covers this process and it's easier then it sounds. You just back out the muffler supports from the rubber…

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Answer 9

I can tell you John, I had the same concern when I installed a receiver on my Acura RDX. While my receiver did not entirely prevent the use of the kick sensor for the hands free liftgate it did limit the area I was able to kick due to the receiver.…

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Answer 10

We have a hitch for your 2023 Lexus RX 350h with the Curt part #C29VV but the Draw Tite you mentioned does not work. The Curt would still allow the rear kick sensor to open the rear tailgate but you would have to kick to either side of the hitch.

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Answer 11

Hey Greg, the most hidden hitch we offer for your 2025 Lexus RX 350 would be the etrailer hitch part #e29ZV which only has the hitch opening hanging below the rear bumper. Will you be using the hitch to tow a trailer?

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Answer 12

We do have a hitch that will fit your 2022 Lexus RX 350 with the Curt #C73DR. This hitch will still allow you to use your liftgate sensor, but you will need to kick to either side of the receiver as opposed to just swiping your foot under the bumper.…

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