Parts Needed to Install 7-Way and Brake Controller in 2023 Ford Escape with 4-Way

Updated 09/24/2025 | Published 09/21/2025

Products Featured in This Question

Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

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$121.18

Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Universal Wiring Harness - Dash Knob - Proportional

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$217.00

Question:

Have a 2023 Ford Escape Factory trailer package installed, but only the 4-pin flat connector at the hitch. I do have a tent trailer, which has a 7-way connector, with a break controller. I really like the Redarc Trailer Brake controller RED52VR, and was wondering a few things: 1 - ive seen posts for other models of cars that there is likely a grey connector underneath the drivers side panel that the redarc controller could connect to - do you have anything showing where that connector would be for a 2023 Escape 2 - since I do have the trailer package, would wires still need to be run from the back to the front to install the ETBC7 to get me the 7-pin connector, or will that connector under the drivers side panel if exists as per question 1 above run to the rear of the car appreciate your help!

asked by: Paul M

Expert Reply:

Hey Paul, your 2023 Ford Escape does not have a brake controller install port under the dash so to install the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part # RED52VR what you need is the # ETBC7 that you also mentioned and you'd be set.

expert reply by: Jameson C