How Does Brake Controller Install in 2023 Sprinter Van with 7-Way
Updated 11/17/2025 | Published 12/16/2024
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have a 2023 sprinter van with a 7 way trailer plug. It needs an electric brake controller. I’m looking for recommendations. I see lots of choices. Preferably I would like something that is plug and play for my van
asked by: Gene A
Expert Reply:
Hey Gene, I checked with Tekonsha and a few other brake controller manufacturers and they state that your 2023 Mercedes Sprinter does not have an OEM brake controller install port under the dash like previous models so you would have to hardwire in the Prodigy P2 # 90885 with the universal install harness it comes with and the brake controller install kit part # 5506 which wires to the OEM 7-way you have.
Now with that said I would still check the drivers side seat box for the green brake controller connector so that you could instead plug the P2 in with the part # 3063-P as there seems to be at least a little bit of confusion on this. See picture. Let me know what you find here if you can.
(click to enlarge)
Product Page this Question was Asked From
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
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Universal Wiring Harness - Dash Knob - Proportional
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Wiring Adapter for Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness
- Shop: Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
- Shop: Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness - Up to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Video: Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers Spec Review
- Shop: Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness - Up to 2 Axles - Time Delayed
- Video: What to Know About the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers
- Shop: Tekonsha Voyager Trailer Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Brake Controller Installation: Starting from Scratch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 and the P3 Brake Controllers
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: Brake Controller Recommendation for a Truck with Air Brakes and a Trailer with Electric Brakes
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Article: Towing a Trailer? Let's Talk About Brake Controllers
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Q&A: Does the Curt Base Plate Kit Work w/ the Ford Modular Bumper on a 2025 Ford Bronco Everglade?
- Q&A: Towing a Trailer with Electric Brakes with a Semi Tractor with Air Brakes
- Q&A: Brake Controller Wiring for Ford E-450 Motorhome
- Article: Installing an Electric Brake Controller on 2007-2013 GM Full-Size Truck or 2007-Present GM SUV
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
Jameson C.
11/17/2025
Hey Gene, did you get a chance to check under the driver’s seat for that green brake controller connector on your Sprinter? Once you found it, were you able to use the plug-in harness or did you end up hardwiring the Prodigy P2 instead? Your update could make it easier for others working on the same setup.