Many 2nd and 3rd Gen Tacoma owners mistake the factory passenger-side loop for a dedicated recovery point, only to discover during a deep trail extraction that it is merely a transport tie-down loop prone to bending or shearing under load. The BPF Heavy Duty Tacoma Passenger Side Recovery Tow Hook replaces that weak factory anchor with a dedicated, load-rated extraction point designed to withstand severe trail stresses. Engineered specifically for 2005–2023 models, this frame-mounted hook provides a secure, reliable attachment point for shackles and recovery straps when getting back on track is the only option.

Key Features

• High-Strength Steel Construction: Cut from substantial 1/2-inch thick structural A36 steel to eliminate flexing and distortion during high-load snatch or winch operations.  
• Rigorous Load Rating: Engineered and rated for up to 8,250 lbs of pulling force, ensuring structural integrity when executing technical recoveries.  
• Corrosion-Resistant Wrinkle Finish: Coated in an industrial wrinkle black powder coat to resist chipping from trail debris, heavy mud, and corrosive road salt.
• Shackle-Ready Clearance: Designed with a clean opening that directly accepts standard 3/4-inch bow shackles with 7/8-inch pins, keeping your rigging options flexible.  
• No-Drill Frame Mounting: Integrates directly with the existing chassis geometry on the passenger side, aligning perfectly with factory mounting provisions.

What's Included

• (1) Heavy-Duty Passenger Side Recovery Hook
• Optional Grade 8 Installation Hardware

Pro Tip: If you run a 2016–2019 TRD Pro equipped with the factory aluminum skid plate, a traditional 3/4-inch steel bow shackle will bind against the skid plate's overhanging lip. We highly recommend pairing this hook with a high-strength synthetic soft shackle. Soft shackles slide cleanly through the opening without binding against the skid plate, preventing metal-on-metal friction and ensuring a straight pull angle.