bing tracking image
Customer Service My Orders
Q & A Icon

Best Brake Controller For Multiple Different Vehicles  

Updated 10/01/2025 | Published 09/01/2025



Question:

We have three vehicles that will be used to tow trailers. None of them have brake controllers at this time. I would like recommendations for each vehicle. 2016 Jeep Wrangler with tow package and flat four connection. 2020 Jeep Cherokee with tow package. 4 and 7 connection. 2024 Ford F150 with tow package. 4 and 7 connection. Controller options and all parts needed for installation for each vehicle would be appreciated. Thank you in advance for your support.

0

Expert Reply:

Hi Terry!

Just to make sure, are you wanting one brake controller that will work with all 3 vehicles, or a separate brake controller for each vehicle? I have both options listed below, but curious.

One Controller For All Three Vehicles (one to rule them all, per se):
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional # 90195

Wiring Needed For Each Vehicle:
2016 Jeep Wrangler: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7
2020 Jeep Cherokee: Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In # 3014-P
2024 Ford F150: Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 22292

Your F150 and Cherokee have factory ports under the dash for custom fit pigtails, but your Wrangler will need a bit more to get a brake controller working. Having the 4-flat already makes it easier as the # ETBC7 will piggyback off that and you just need to run a few wires up to the cab/battery to get everything working. I have a diagram showing what you will need to do attached.

Now if you are wanting one brake controller for each vehicle, you could purchase three of the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 and the wiring I have listed for each vehicle above. The P3 is probably our best seller and it is one of the best on the market, if not the best. However, I am 6'5" and this style typically hangs below the dash and I smack my knees on them. I don't know how tall you are, but leg room is a big thing for me and I would go with a different option if I were doing this.

With that said, I would go with the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty and I have options for each vehicle listed below:

2016 Jeep Wrangler: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Universal Harness # RED52VR & Universal # ETBC7
2020 Jeep Cherokee: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness # RED43CR
2024 Ford F150: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR & Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # 331-TPH-007

You will still need to do the same # ETBC7 wiring for you Wrangler, but your Cherokee and F150 have custom fit pigtails (for some reason we don't have a kit for the F150, but I have the controller without wiring and the custom pig tail listed for it). You will need to drill a small hole for the post the adjustment /manual override knob attaches to, but once done that will be the only thing visible. Everything else mounts up and out of the way. I think it's worth having to do this and would be the one I would install in my Silverado if I add a controller to it.

Are you going to be pulling the same trailer with all 3 vehicles?

expert reply by:
0
Lazer S
ETBC7 Quick Diagram
ETBC7 Quick Diagram
(click to enlarge)
Lazer S. profile picture
Etrailer Expert

Lazer S.

9/29/2025

Hi Terry, Did you decide to go with one brake controller for all three vehicles, or did you choose separate ones for each? I'm curious if the options I provided worked out for you, as it could help others in a similar situation.

Terry A. profile picture

Terry A.

9/29/2025

@LazerS I have not purchased any controllers at this time. I am considering the factory integrated Ford controller for the F150. The other two vehicles I’m thinking Tekonsha or Redarc controllers. Thank you for the follow up.
Lazer S. profile picture
Etrailer Expert

Lazer S.

10/1/2025

@TerryA Ford actually uses Tekonsha for their factory installed controllers, so that is a very good choice. Tekonsha has been one of my go to manufacturers for a long time and they are extremely good controllers, so I fully endorse them. Redarc just installs nicer for me and took the lead hairs breath due to that. Either way you go, you will be very happy. : )
Ask The Experts a Question >>

Video/Article/FAQ this Question was Asked From

Article or Video
Q & A Icon

Continue Researching

See More Q&A Expert Answers >>