Trailer Hitch and Brake Controller for 2017 Porsche Cayenne

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Id like to know if the trailer hitches you carry for a 2017 Cayenne will operate the electric trailer brakes and communicate with the ECU for transmission controls. going with the SH57FRT Thanks

asked by: Lanny C

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I'll start off by saying that no trailer hitch will allow you to control the brakes on a trailer; in order to operate the brakes on a trailer you need a brake controller and 7 way connector installed on your Porsche Cayenne. None of these components will communicate with the vehicle's internal computers in order to help the transmission, though.

Since you've already chosen the Stealth Hitch # SH57FRT, you're well on your way to getting on the road, but there are a few other components you'll need to tow a trailer with brakes. Since the Stealth hitch comes with a 7 way wiring harness included, so you're well on the way to having what you need.

Once you've installed the 7 way connector, the easiest brake controller to use and install is the Curt Echo Mobile # C51180. The Echo plugs in directly to your 7 way connection and is controlled via your smartphone, which means you don't have to worry about mounting a brake controller inside your vehicle. Pairing the Echo and the Stealth hitch will provide you with everything you need to tow a trailer with brakes.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 4

Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

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Answer 5

Hey George, for your 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid we have the Curt hitch part #C34FR62ZY as a confirmed fit but it's on a little bit of a backorder at the moment which is why you don't see any hitch options in our fitguide. The hitches from…

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Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Hey Jerit, congrats on the new car. We've got a couple of hitches that fit the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. The etrailer Trailer Hitch item #e98912 is going to be the most affordable option. This custom fit class III hitch has a 2"…

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Hi Richard! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C37RV will fit your 2026 Santa Fe Hybrid. The installation process will be the same. We actually installed this on a 2025 hybrid so you can use that as a guide. I attached a link to the video further…

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Answer 9

Though the Curt # C13409 and Draw-Tite #76271 are nearly identical to each other, there are a few subtle differences. First being where they sit once installed. The will both have the exact same height of 14-1/2 inches, but the Draw-Tite #76271 will…

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Answer 10

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Answer 11

Good morning Don. The custom-fit plug and play Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector C56RJ for your 2026 VW Tiguan is still preorder as of now (3-9-26). Unfortunately I can't see when they will show up, so I…

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Answer 12

Hello Charles, Great question. The only difference between the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #e25TR, and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C67JR is the…

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