Recommended Trailer Brake Controller For 2021 Chevrolet Traverse
Question:
I am looking at purchasing a 2021 Chevy Traverse. I would like to find a plug and play brake controller. What would you recommend?
asked by: Daniel S
Expert Reply:
Since the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse does not have a factory 7-way connector option you will need to add one. I recommend installing the # ETBC7L and then using the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180.
The # ETBC7L will require a 4-way connector to be installed, so I recommend seeing if the vehicle you are looking at has one installed, if not you can use the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118761 which is a plug and play installation that you can see being installed on a 2020 Traverse in the included video.
I included a video that goes over the installation of the # ETBC7L, and once it is installed you simply plug the Curt # C51180 into the 7-way connector when you need a trailer brake controller and control it with your smartphone. This option keeps you from having to drill holes inside of your brand new vehicle.
If the new Traverse you decide on does not have a trailer hitch receiver I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # CU29FR.
I included videos for all of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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