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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.
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The sturdy steel construction is protected with a matte black finish for added durability. This unique powder coating gives etrailer hitches a carbide-like appearance and a rugged look that sets them apart from traditional glossy hitches. In addition to being rust and corrosion resistant, the tough matte coating hides dirt, scuffs, and dings better than a glossy finish.
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My Xena Wilderness finally has a bike hole now. It took much longer than an hour due to not having a lift and it being slightly dirtier than ideal under the Forester. The bolt hole trimming took a bit on the passenger side due to clearance issues from muffler. It would have liked the kit to have mounting hardware without having to make the hole bigger. All in all glad I got it done, but definitely could have gone smoother.
My Subaru dealer (for my 2025 Forester) wanted $900 for their trailer hitch, and to install. The e-trailer hitch was $167, plus my install! e-trailer wire harness $32, and dealer’s wanted $174! Laying out my tools needed, hitch parts, watching the 2 install videos on e-trailer, used my floor Jack to raise the hitch, raising my car on car ramps, and laying on my back, total hands-on was about 50 minutes. Not easy, but not difficult.
Dave C.
5/21/2026
This hitch was such a precise fit to existing OEM drilled holes in the frame, it was as if Subaru had made the hitch. I worried about hooking up the electric wiring harness. but it turned out that I found the OEM electric built-in lighting plug...geewhiz, a click and I had teaiker light power.
Watched a video then put on the hitch. Dealer wanted over $1000 for the job. I had to spend $18 at Harbor Freight for a cone drill bit and that my only extra. Used some ramps to lift the back, creeper to move around on and a couple jack stands to hold up the tailpipe and muffler assembly. Some silicon spray worked great to lube the muffler hangers and easy to get those off. I used a cut-off disk on my grinder and thought that easier than tin snips to trim the heat shield. Took about 90 min plus time to get tools together, watch a video and buy the drill. Looks great and very solid. This went on a Subaru Forester Hybrid and it does block the sensor to swing foot under the rear to open the back. I’ll do without that to have the freedom of a hitch
Nick S.
12/15/2025
I am glad to hear you were able to knock it out yourself after watching our video. It is not the hardest job in the world with the right tools and time! Looks great on the vehicle as well. I do want to add, some people have had success with the liftgate sensor by moving to the right or the left of the hitch. Some vehicles it will not work but some people have tried swinging their foot off center and had success. What are you planning on using the hitch for?
great hitch , perfect for the bike rack we have, .The installation video makes it look easy as the car is on a lift but if you back the car up standard ramps you will have a stable and good work area,. a little tough lifting the hitch while on your back to the bolts but with a little determination it all comes together.
Thomas K.
4/30/2026
a year in the rack is great, it only gets used for the bike rack but that was the idea for the purchase, was of the hitch mount versus the roof top rack .
James D.
4/30/2026
Fit went well. I mistakenly ordered the wrong hitch, they reponded right away with a UPS shipping label, put in the order for the correct hitch and it was sent out. I was then credited when they received the previous hitch, all went smooth.
Eric
4/15/2026
Been working perfect, we use it for a hitch mounted, tray style bike rack for 2 bikes.
Installation kit, instructions, and video specific to the year make and model were thorough, and clear. After carefully reviewing the information there was no surprises waiting for me and my self-installation. I think I only had to run to the tool chest once during installation because I had just about everything I needed ready for install. I just needed a different length socket extender, I found the 6 inch one suggested a bit long.
Hitch appears durable and well made. Great powdercoat finish. Grade 8 Hardware. This product is well past the specs of the manufacturer meaning it can handle more than the car is rated for.
Specific to the car - 2020 Subaru Forester. I didn't even put the car on jackstands. It was just enough room for me to get in there and it was even beneficial having the car a bit lower while "benchpressing" the hitch into place. I did not need to remove the plastic splash guard on the driver side that was removed in the video and in the instructions. I removed the two 10mm/Phillips bolts where it was attached on the frame rail and when it was time to put the hitch on, the plastic was flexible enough to shove over and around the hitch's driver's side bracket. That sure saved me a ton of time not having to fiddle with the flimsy retainer clips! Also, if I were to do another - I would probably pay the couple bucks for a new exhaust cursh gasket and just get it completely out of my way. The time I spent wiggling it around especially during the final torque was probably more than the two extra bolts after the cat to remove the catback part of the exhaust.
Overall fantastic experience with etrailer. Quick shipping, fair price, great product! Will shop again.
Mike L.
2/22/2026
Congratulations on your successful install, Greg. Well done!!
It came quickly and exactly as described. Installation took 70 minutes and fit perfectly.
I would recommend etrailer as everything is precise.
Nick S.
11/3/2025
Can't go wrong with quick and perfect! I am glad the installation went well and it looks great. What are you planning on using the hitch for?
Very pleased with my hitch, person I received quote from to put hitch on gave a reasonable quote and hitch was put on within a week from purchase. Thank you to Omni Perforance for putting my hitch on.
Lazer S.
5/13/2026
Glad you are liking it and you got a good deal, Dorothy! What are you going to be using it for now that it's installed?
Hitch is on my 2019 Subaru Forester which the hitch was configured for. Once you get past the shields installed by Subaru the hitch fits perfectly. Just follow excellent installation instructions. If it helps, Subaru dealer quoted $1,200.00 for them to to install “their” hitch. You can do this, if you have the few tools required and a bit of mechanical ability
Fits great, easy install, excellent customer service. Josh reached out immediately after my purchase with a substitute part that would ship even faster if I wanted something sooner. Etrailer has my business in the future.
Lazer S.
9/23/2025
Thanks for the feedback, Brent! I will definitely let Josh know you mentioned him! What are you going to be using the hitch for?
Just installed on our 2024 Subaru Forester. Took several hours but I am 64 and do not have a lift like they do in the video. Also the etrailer instal 2023 Video is much better than the 2024.
Jack
3/4/2025
A year in and going strong. This hitch along with bike rack I got from etrailer makes taking the bikes with us a breeze.
fit was perfect. Not too sloppy and not too tight. Bolt fish wires were very well designed. Did use a different hole that was further forward to fish the bolts through. That way, did not have to drill out any holes bigger that a bolt actually attached through. Just cut a slit( with a Dremel) on both sides of that bigger fish hole and bent them down. When finished, bent slit tabs back up and put plug back in, all sealed up.
Nicely built heavy duty trailer hitch, easy to install and it fit like a glove.
The hit hitch has been great so far. I bought it to attach a deer carrier so I don’t get the inside of my forester bloody. Instal was easy and straight forward. Although I did use a car lift when I installed so that made it easier.
Perfect delivery, necessary parts (the provided fish wires to get the bolts in place and hold them there are essential!!!), the quality made hitch and wonderful “how to install” video. All excellent. Thank you!
Working great. Note to the installer, go ahead and purchase one of the quality Hoel auger’s. You need to use it twice on the install if it’s going on a Subaru. On the first hole, I tried to use a saw saw, and it was a very difficult task. The second hole I went to the hardware store and bought the proper tool and it was very easy.. The rest of the install was simple.
Everything works as expected. Any hitch is a great addition to a vehicle..
After a year it shows no signs of wear and has worked great each and every time we need it. I use it for a bike carrier and for a luggage carrier and its been wonderful to not need to put thing on the roof.
Fast free delivery and fits perfectly on our 2025 Forester Wilderness.
Thomas
3/13/2026
Hitch has been exactly what I had hoped it would be. It has been flawless and still looks good. Very satisfied.
Gwendolyn Y.
3/13/2026
This works perfectly on my 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness. I pull a small trailer or carry ebikes.
Gary
1/7/2026
Still a great product for me
The hitch installed without a hitch,excellent instructions. No surprises
I installed this Hitch on a 2025 Forester Premium, installation went smooth and it took me about 4 hours to complete, the installation videos were a great help. The quality of Hitch Receiver and supplied Hardware are excellent.
Brooke M.
3/24/2025
Thanks for sharing a photo of your handiwork, Hank! Looks awesome and now you're ready to go. What will you be hauling?
While this went in as planned and without major issues, I give it 4 stars for the items we learned along the way.
- The muffler "grommet" could use some WD40 to assist it taking it off and putting it back on when you have to drop the muffler. Soapy water can work, but WS40 DEF works better and easier to apply with the long straw nozzle.
- On my particular Forester Wilderness the left back side plastic bumper pieces had to be removed. But when it is replaced there is one hold down flange that has to be cut back. So we did this with a small coping saw with fine teeth to cut back the sides and then the hitch was mounted on top of the small piece of remaining tab.
- Finally, the box the hitch came in was fairly well destroyed. Just wish there was some better way to send as I know I am not the only one who had this happen.
It's nice when you buy something and get exactly what was advertised. The hitch is very well built and was surprisingly simple to install. The on line videos guided me through the installation. I ended up with a quality hitch and a factory like installation Overall I am very pleased with this product and highly recommend it. Money well spent.
Brooke M.
3/31/2025
Thank you so much for sending in the photos! It's really encouraging to hear you had a good experience. What will you be using the new hitch for?
This is the second hitch I have ordered this month. I really love the install videos. I am a pro now. I purchased a nice bit to make the access holes slightly larger and I use two 4 ton jack stands to help lift in place solo.
Justin
8/21/2025
About a year ago I bought two of the same hitches for Subaru foresters. I love them. They are working great. No rust, no signs of wear. Use it everyday. For instructions for kids in thorough and I was able to do these installs myself.
Perfect fit and great easy to follow instyr4uctions. this is third hitch I have installed on a Subaru
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Lazer S.
3/31/2026
Well I'm glad it's on there and you can carry your bike rack now, Joseph! Speaking of which, what kind of bike are you going to be carrying?