Can a Trailer Brake Controller Be Added To a 2019 Hyundai Sante Fe
Question:
Help. I have a 2019 Hyundai Sante Fe. The towing capacity with an aftermarket hitch is 2000lbs. I bought a small camper that weighs 1500lbs. Today I found out the is no brake controller through Hyundai and that the computer in the vehicle will not support one. I have already had a transmission cooler installed and the tow hitch. Are there any work arounds? Our first trip is over the rockies and we are NERVOUS about towing without a break controller. Is it necessary?
asked by: Melissa
Expert Reply:
If the trailer has brakes then you'll need a brake controller. That said, we do have some great options that will allow you to add one to a 2019 Hyundai Sante Fe. For starters, you'll need to have a 7-way in order to tow a trailer with brakes. If you already have a 4-way then all you will need is the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation part # ETBC7L. If not, add the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # CU94FR. This will then allow you to use the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 which is plug-in-play, no wire splicing, or computer programming required.
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
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