Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Updated 09/25/2017 | Published 09/24/2017

Question:

I have a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, w/o factory Towing. There appear to be three wiring harnesses that will work: Curt 55451 Tekonsha 118394 and Hopkins HM42545 The Hopkins Wiring has a hot lead to power the converter whereas the other two simply have a converter, not powered. Curt and Tekonsha would be simpler but Hopkins seems to be safer. Can you explain the benefit of one type over the other? Thanks

asked by: John B

Helpful Expert Reply:

Basically you have it figured out pretty well already.

The Curt and Tekonsha are going to be quite a bit easier to install since you don't have to route a power wire, but the Hopkins overall will be the safer and more reliable option since it has that circuit protection. If it were me and I planned on towing on a regular basis at all I would go with the part # HM42545.

expert reply by: Jameson C