Brake Controller Recommendation for 2019 Mercedes Benz GLS450
Question:
I am considering buying a 2019 Mercedes GLS450 with the factory tow package. I am waiting for the car to be delivered. I have asked 3 Mercedes dealers about installing a brake controller and all have said, basically no. One did say it could be done for $1,000-$4,000. Just wondering how etrailer was able to verify the RED44FR brake controller will work on this vehicle? Love the small size and simplicity of this controller so would love to use this while pulling my camper. It make no sense that MB would have a 7,000# towing capacity and put a factory tow package unless you can add a brake controller. Thoughts?
asked by: Shawn
Expert Reply:
I have a great brake controller option but we don't have the Redarc you referenced confirmed as a fit actually. Instead we have the Curt Echo In-Line wireless brake controller part # C79DR as a fit that I would recommend. The reason THIS controller is a fit is due to it's unique design which is very universal.
It installs by plugging inline with the 7-way of the 19' GLS450 and once synced to a smart phone is ready to tow with. No difficult wiring or anything else needed. We don't have a confirmed way to use a more traditional brake controller in your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Echo In-Line Bluetooth Brake Controller w/ OneControl App - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 4 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 3 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Q&A: Brake Controller Recommendation for Mercedes GL450
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Search Results: red44fr
- Shop: Curt Echo In-Line Bluetooth Brake Controller w/ OneControl App - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Q&A: Does Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller Have to Draw Power from Battery
- Shop: Towing Mirrors
- Shop: Longview Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver and Passenger Side
- Shop: Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Shop: CIPA Custom Towing Mirror - Slip On - Driver Side
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Search Results: brake controller
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Video: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller Review RED24FR
- Q&A: What is Difference Between Redarc Tow Pro Liberty and Elite
- Search Results: trailer brake controller
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Article: Brake Controller Installation: Starting from Scratch
- Video: Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controller Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness Review
- Search Results: etbc7
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Towing a Trailer? Let's Talk About Brake Controllers
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: redarc
- Video: Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller Review
on Trailer Brake Controller
