Can Redarc Tow Pro Link Bluetooth Brake Controller be Used in Place of Curt Echo Brake Controller

Updated 04/16/2026 | Published 04/13/2026

Question:

Im currently using a Curt Echo on my Volvo XC90 with factory tow module and harness. Would this be a viable replacement? If memory serves me correctly, the Volvo wiring harness only uses the standard 4-way connections plus the 12V power connection. Thinking Id like to eliminate the extra attachmentinch that I currently have with the Echo. Thanks, Mike

asked by: Mike

Expert Reply:

Hey Mike, yes the Redarc Tow Pro Link Bluetooth Brake Controller part # RED57AR would work great for you. It uses the exact same circuits as the Echo that you have now so since that worked for you this would as well. How did you like the Echo?

expert reply by: Jameson C

Mike

4/13/2026

Hi Jameson, Thanks for the response. The Echo has worked well for us, but I'm just looking to decrease the number of "things" back there. I'm just going to have to double check my Volvo 7 pin connector to see if it actually has the USCAR connection.....here's hoping.

Jameson C.

4/13/2026

@Mike I totally get that haha! There's a lot to remember when towing and a brake controller that installs like the Echo is just one more thing to keep track of. I'd be shocked if you didn't have the USCAR type of 7-way but let us know what you have.

Mike

4/16/2026

@JamesonC. Well, just checked and found out that my Volvo 7 pin does not use the USCAR connection. Bummer.

Jameson C.

4/16/2026

@Mike that's a bummer. Well you cut remove the 7-way you have and wire in a USCAR setup so that you could use the brake controller? Is that at all possible?