Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Jeep Liberty Behind a Motor Home
Question:
i have 2012 jeep liberty can i hook a tow bar to this hitch and tow it behind my rv
asked by: Papes
Helpful Expert Reply:
Flat towing a vehicle requires specific equipment to tow the vehicle safely and in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. A front mount hitch is not suitable for use to flat tow a vehicle behind an RV but I can tell you all of the parts that you will need.
There are at least 5 items you will need to flat tow your 2012 Jeep Liberty: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. But the first thing to check is the vehicle owners manual to make sure your specific model can be flat towed and for specific information on the procedure (if it is flat towable).
For base plates you can use Blue Ox base plates # BX1131. I have linked a video showing how they install.
For a compatible tow bar the most economical option is the Adventurer, # BX7322. This is a vehicle mounted tow bar that couples to a ball like a trailer would. It is rated for 5,000 pounds. If you use this tow bar make sure the gross vehicle weight is under 5,000 pounds (including anything loaded in the Liberty). Safety cables are not included so you will need to add some if you use this tow bar, # RM-643.
For a motor home mount tow bar that includes safety cables you can use the Alpha, # BX7380. It is rated for 6,500 pounds. I have linked a video showing how it installs for you.
For lighting, if you will not be towing the Liberty often, I recommend a magnetic light kit # RM-2120. But if you plan on towing it frequently a more permanent solution is to use Hopkins kit # HM56204 which just plugs in line with the vehicle tail light wiring.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the easiest systems to set up and use is the Even Brake proportional system # RM-9400. It will apply the Liberty brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the easiest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Be sure to consult your Liberty owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
more information >
Blue Ox Adventurer Adjustable Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - 5,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Fixed
- Steel
- 5000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores Separately
- Standard
- Blue Ox
more information >
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
more information >
Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Custom
- Tail Light Mount
- Hopkins
more information >
Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
more information >
RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Front Receiver Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Front Mount Hitch
- 300 lbs Vert Load
- 9000 lbs Line Pull
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Square Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System
- Shop: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Video: Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar Review
- Shop: Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs
- Shop: Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Video: Blue Ox Base Plate Installation - 2012 Jeep Liberty
- Shop: Roadmaster BrakeMaster for RVs w/ Air or Air-Over-Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Shop: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates - RV Mount - 6,000 lbs
- Video: Roadmaster Base Plate Installation - 2012 Jeep Liberty
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2010-2011 Jeep Liberty
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: flat tow package
- Video: Blue Ox Tow Bars - Hitch Mount Style - BX7420 Review
- Video: Roadmaster Tow Bar Braking Systems - Brake Systems - RM-9160 Review
- Video: Roadmaster BrakeMaster Braking System Review
- Video: Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System Installation - 2012 Jeep Liberty
- Q&A: Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2012 Jeep Liberty
- Search Results: safety cables
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2005-2007 Jeep Liberty
- Search Results: brake cylinder
- Search Results: brake away
- Search Results: cylinder
- Search Results: tow master tow bar
- Search Results: roadmaster breakaway kit
- Shop: Front Mount Hitch
on Front Receiver Hitch
