Can Tekonsha Repair a Broken Prodigy Brake Controller
Updated 12/17/2024 | Published 01/30/2015
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I have a Tekonsha Prodigy brake controller that I purchased back in 2005 or 2006 that has always operated very satisfactorily. However recently someone driving my vehicle broke off the manual lever. I noticed that the pilot light that comes on when the brake pedal is depressed wasnt on. I checked the unit and found that the lever had been broken off, thus explaining why the unit wasnt functioning. My question is can I send the unit in to be repaired and could I get a quote for repairs before repair begins? Thanks for your advice in this matter in advance.
asked by: Rickey C
Expert Reply:
I spoke with my Tekonsha representative, who told me that they do not repair or offer a replacement manual brake lever for your Prodigy.
I'd recommend you replace the brake controller. The original Prodigy has been discontinued by the Prodigy P2, part # 90885. The P2 operates similarly to the original Prodigy, but it features a blue LED display, is compatible with electric over hydraulic braking systems and contains a relay that operates the trailer brake lamps when the manual brake switch on the controller is used. It can also be installed at any angle as long as it's level on the side to side axis and pointed so it's parallel to the direction of travel.
If you wanted to go with something that's a bit more budget-friendly, the Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160 would be my recommendation. This controller has the same features and would operate just like your original Prodigy, but is less expensive than the P2.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Single Trailer Only
- Tekonsha
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Gw
9/12/2024
Hi There, I have Prodigy brake setup on my venture sonic , and I need to know if I can fix or replace the ciggerette plug in unit can be repaired or fixed or get another unit? 2013 year Tekonsha TM 00031889 Module Can You fix it or replace it and WHO CAN DO THIS ASAP. Or am I out of a brake system and have to buy another setup again? Getting tired of so many problems with this set up and company. Now What? Thanks gw