2023 Model 3LR NO tow hitch cutout ?!

[Oli TM3]

Hi everyone, first time posting on TMC, I just took delivery of my 2023 model 3 LR and ordered a tow hitch to use for trailering and my bike rack.
I saw multiple videos on how to install the tow hitch, only problem is that my 2023 doesn't have the OEM cutout for the hitch receiver!!
What should I do? Should I just cut a rectangular hole myself directly into the underbody rear panel to let my hitch receiver fit through it?? Did anyone encounter this issue? Thanks in advance.

 

[father_of_6]

North American Model 3 doesn't officially support a hitch, so there wouldn't be an OEM cutout. Perhaps you were watching a video of a European Model 3? They offer an OEM hitch in Europe.

In North America, I believe Model 3 owners wanting a hitch woul get something like a stealth hitch that doesn't require any modifications.

I don't have first-hand experience with a Model 3 hitch, this is all just from memory.

 

[father_of_6]

Here's one for sale:

Tesla Model 3 2017-2023 Rear Bumper Underbody Splash Shield Cover with door for stealth hitch

Sold my Model 3. I had put a stealth hitch on. So removed that and out the original underbody splash plate back on that didn’t have the door for a stealth hitch. I’m selling the one I bought from Tesla. 100.00. It’s in perfect shape. Can save a Lor instead of buying a new one from Tesla...

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