2022 Ford Escape Hybrid Blue Ox Flat Towing Parts Recommendation
Question:
Good morning, I am looking to a pulling system BlueOx type to flat tow my 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid. It appears difficult to find that system. Are you aware if it is possible to use the 2021 system to install on the 2022 vehicule? I would like to purchase the whole system from the pulling to the lights to the breaking system as well. Thank you very much.
asked by: Yves C
Expert Reply:
The 2021 and 2022 Ford Escape models are the same generation so if I had to guess I would say that the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU55XR from a 2021 will fit a 2022. At this point in time (February 2022) the only base plate kit that is confirmed to fit your 2022 Escape Hybrid is the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM39FR.
For a tow bar I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380 which is rated for 6,500 lbs and comes with the safety cables. This fits directly to the Blue Ox base plate kit (if you choose to go that route) or it can fit the Roadmaster kit by using the Adapters # RO64FR.
When it comes to the wiring the only kits that Blue Ox offers require you to drill a hole into the tail light housing which is pretty much guaranteed to damage the lights when it comes to newer vehicles. Because of this, I recommend using the Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which splices into your existing wiring, plus it comes with the 6-Way vehicle-side socket so you can install the Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25 to prevent your battery from draining during travel.
Then for a braking system Blue Ox offers the Patriot # BLU37TR which is a portable system that is very easy to install and use. To keep your brake lights working properly you also need to install the Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400.
Most flat towing setups require a high-low adapter for the tow bar to remain level while towing. I have linked our selection of adapters for you to check out as well as an article that will help you determine which is the best one for your application.
I'm also attaching some review videos for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Blue Ox RV-Mounted Tow Bars
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Adapters
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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