Is 2019 Ford Ranger with Blind Spot Information System Compatible with Curt Echo Brake Controller

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Hi, I have a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT with the BLIS Blind Spot Information System. I have read reviews of the Curt Echo that say that it will impair the operations of the system and that you cant use the blind spot system. Can you advise?

asked by: Jamie

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The Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 is compatible with a 2019 Ford Ranger's BLIS (blind spot information system). However, it is NOT compatible with a 2019 Ranger that has the Smart Trailer Tow option. The Smart Trailer is mostly an alert about connection via the 7-way on your Ranger and is not connected with the BLIS.

So yes, your 2019 Ranger is absolutely able to use the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180.

I've added links to a couple video reviews for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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For your 2019 Toyota Tacoma the best and easiest to install brake controller is the Curt Echo Mobile part #C51180. All you have to do to install this is plug it into your 7-way and then sync it to your smart phone and you're ready to tow.…

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Answer 2

There is no specific settings for the Curt Echo Trailer Brake Controller #C51180 on your 2019 Ford Ranger when towing your 20ft travel trailer. You will want to drive with the brake controller and find the settings that feel best for you. You want…

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According to Curt, there isn't anything specific about your Ranger that would change the setup procedure of the Curt #C51180 Echo wireless brake controller. My contact at Curt recommends deleting the app from your phone, clearing cache in…

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The Curt Echo mobile brake controller part #C51180 only requires having one of the connections made. It needs the 12 volt accessory circuit connection made but not the brake output circuit. I attached a help article that covers the connections that…

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The early versions of the Curt Echo Mobile part #C51180 had issues with the new Ford Rangers like your 2020 model but they updated the controller and now it works perfectly fine with the 2020 models like yours.

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Answer 6

The 2019 Ford Ranger can be fitted with an aftermarket brake controller but Ford did not make this very easy. The best option will be the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part #C51180 because it does not require splicing and that's…

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Yes the Curt Echo Mobile Brake Controller part #C51180 will work great on your 2020 Ford Explorer that has the factory 7-way as it can fit basically any vehicle with a functioning 7-way.

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If there are no lights shown on the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part #C51180 once plugged in then the device is not receiving power. If the device is not receiving power the first thing you will want to do is test the 12 volt pin on the…

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Yes, the Curt Echo #C51180 work work on any vehicle with an active 7-way so it will work on all of the trucks you mentioned and will work on future ones as well. I attached a review video for more info on it as well.

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Answer 10

Yes, there is another option to add a brake controller to your Ranger. Since you have the factory tow package, I recommend the Curt Echo In-Line Wireless Brake Controller item #C79DR. The controller plugs in behind your 7-way with included…

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I have a replacement option for you, but unfortunately the older models of the Curt Echo Wireless #C51180 like yours do not have the upgraded hardware and load resistors to work properly with your new 2020 Ford Ranger. The only option will be to…

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The Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller #C51180 will absolutely work on your 2019 Ford Ranger. In fact, I have linked a video below for you to check out showing the Echo in use on a 2019 Ford Ranger. It is the easiest brake controller on the…

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