Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver, Wiring, and Brake Controller for 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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What about a trailer brake? How would you add one to the Santa Cruz to go along with the hitch

asked by: Dave M

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It sounds like you would like to add a trailer brake controller to your 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz to use along with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C23WR. The first thing you will want to add, in addition to the trailer hitch, is wiring. You are going to need a 4-way in order to power your trailer's signal lights.

If you have the factory tow package and tow package you need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # CU94FR. This wiring harness will plug into the connection point in the rear of your vehicle. If you do not have the factory tow package/port you will need to use Wiring Harness # C59236.

Once you have installed the 4-way you will be able to use the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation # ETBC7L. This kit comes with the wiring, adapter, and everything else you need in order to add a 7-way to your Santa Cruz. Following the installation of the # ETBC7L you will be able to add a brake controller.

For a brake controller, I recommend the Curt Echo # C51180. This brake controller will plug in line with your 7-way at the back of the vehicle. It is a proportional brake controller that is controlled via Bluetooth through the app on your existing smartphone.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

If you want to add a brake controller to your 2024 Santa Cruz you have to start by adding a 7-way. Since you have the factory tow package you can use the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package #C68JR. This plugs into the tow…

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Answer 2

It is very, very likely that the issue with no power to the 12 volt pin of the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector #C68JR is due to a fuse either having been blown or not inserted, so definitely…

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Answer 3

By all accounts the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller #C51170 works well and is easy to use and install on most vehicles. It is a brand new item so not a lot of feedback has come in on it. I did learn a few things though after speaking with our…

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If your tow package includes a built-in port beneath your vehicle dash, I recommend installing the brake controller via this Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers for Nissan vehicles, Item #3050-P. This adapter is confirmed…

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The great thing about weight distribution systems is that they are universal so as long as the trailer hitch is rated for a weight distribution system then you can definitely utilize one. The aftermarket hitches for your 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz…

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Answer 6

We do indeed have what you need to set up your 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz for towing a trailer. I do need to mention that the correct wiring harness to start with will depend on if your Santa Cruz came equipped with the factory to package or not, but I…

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For your 2024 Hyunda Santa Cruz we have the Curt 7-way kit part #C68JR that is a confirmed fit. This installs by plugging into a factory wiring connector on your vehicle which means a really easy install that doesn't require any splicing.

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Answer 8

The Curt Trailer Hitch item #C23WR and the Draw-Tite Hitch item #DT48GR are almost identical and are both confirmed to fit the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The main differences between the two hitches are that the Curt is made in the USA and the…

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Answer 9

So first of you are going to need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C23WR which I see you already found. And I do understand your confusion with wiring since you would think since it did not come with the receiver you would not have the factory tow…

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To install a Curt TriFlex NEXT Trailer Brake Controller #C24VV on your 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz you will need the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter #C77BR. This will provide you with a plug and play connection as long as you have the factory 7-Way #C68JR.

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Answer 11

If you're wanting to add a 4-way to power your trailer's signal lights then you need the Curt #CU94FR. If you want to add a 7-way to your 2024 Santa Cruz then you can use the Curt #C68JR. Both of these plug into the tow package you referenced…

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Answer 12

I spoke with Curt and verified the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C23WR that fits your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is NOT compatible with weight distribution. There is not a hitch for your '23 Santa Cruz that is compatible with weight distribution.

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