Is There a Baseplate for a 2025 GMC Canyon AT4?

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Hello Jerred, like Kenny we started our search considering both vehicles. We ended up choosing the 2025 Canyon AT4, not the ATX. Is there a base plate that will work for that truck? We currently have a Blue Ox tow bar that we plan on using. Any advice/direction would be greatly appreciated.

asked by: Vince F

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There sure is Vince and congrats on the new truck! Since you're using a Blue Ox tow bar to flat to your 2025 GMC Canyon AT4, you'll need the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item # BLU85CR. This baseplate is compatible with the AT4 model front grille. I attached a couple of pictures below so you can see what it'll look like installed.

Please note that this baseplate kit will not fit if you have the off-road bumper installed.

Here are the rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow your 2025 GMC Canyon AT4:

Wiring Harness - Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord item # RM-15267

Battery Disconnect - Roadmaster Battery Disconnect for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System item # RM-766

Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System item # SM99251 or item # SM99243 if your motorhome has air brakes

What kind of motorhome do you have and what other parts did you hold onto from your previous flat tow?

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expert reply by: Jerred H

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Vince F.

5/18/2026

Thank you for the reply Jerred. First, I don’t see any photos attached. Second, I trust your advice but I will say I called Blue Ox direct and they said there was no base kit for the AT4 model. Given that fact I’m quite confused. Can you clarify if they were mistaken? As for your questions, we’ve never flat towed before so we didn’t have any parts to keep. I purchased what I do have from a gentleman in my area. He sold me the Blue Ox tow bar, a Brake Buddy 2 brake controller, a breakaway cable and all of the wiring that he had from his setup. We currently have a 2007 Holiday Rambler Ambassador 40’ diesel pusher. Looking forward to reading your response and seeing a few photos. Also, do you have a link to any videos that would help walk me through the installation of the base kit? Thx in advance

Jerred H.

5/18/2026

@VinceF You're welcome! Yeah we're having an issue with the pictures loading this morning but it should be fixed shortly. "fingers crossed" If you go to the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item # BLU85CR product page you'll see the pictures I posted. What bumper does your 2025 GMC Canyon AT4 have? The baseplate compatibility issues with flat towing have been because of the AEV offroad front bumpers. I linked the installation videos I have available below.

Helpful Links

tv-install-blue-ox-base-plate-kit-2023-gmc-canyon-blu85cr.aspx

tv-install-blue-ox-base-plate-kit-with-removable-arms-2024-gmc-canyon-blu85cr.aspx

tv-install-roadmaster-flat-tow-battery-disconnect-switch-2024-gmc-canyon-rm-766.aspx

tv-install-roadmaster-tow-bar-wiring-2024-gmc-canyon-rm-152.aspx

tv-install-smi-air-force-one-supplemental-braking-system-2024-gmc-canyon-sm99243.aspx

Vine

5/18/2026

@JerredH It appears I just have the standard bumper that comes with the AT4. The code you mentioned, AEV Off-road Front Bumper, does not appear on my vehicles build sheet.

Vince

5/19/2026

Hi Jerred I’m curious about the part number you gave me for the Blue Ox base plates. You mentioned BLU85CR. When I go to Blue Ox site that part doesn’t show up. I see part number BX1746. Is that the same base plates? Also, does the company that your link goes to ship to Canada?

Jon J.

5/19/2026

Vince, I have this baseplate installed on a 2024 Chevrolet Z71 Colorado. I have experience installing Blue Ox baseplates on 2 other Jeeps with Air Force 1 braking systems. This baseplate looks quite simple from the photos. However is was one of the most difficult installs I have ever done. I found several GMC AT4 videos that I watched beforehand. The install on my truck was quite simular. You will have to remove the entire front cap to install the unit. Since my front cap was not the same as the video (although the GMC and the early 2024 Chevy’s used the front cap) as mine was one of the last built 2024’s and used the 2025 front cap. I did have to do some trimming of the area around the tow point receptacles to allow clearance. I did this with a Dremel tool. Also had to remove some of the plastic under valance to allow clearance of the brackets. Worse part of the whole install is the hidden two bolts on each side at the top if the fender well. All in all it took me several days to complete as I was very carful on the fitment of the area around the brackets. Having now used the bracket for a year I have to say I am quite happy with it. Once the tow bar receptacles are removed you hardly notice it. It blends right into the front cap. I also installed a battery disconnect switch solenoid that my wife can disconnect the battery with the push of a button. If you are handy with tools you can do this. Just plan on taking your time and have a few free days so you are not rushed.

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Kirk O.

5/19/2026

Hi Vince - I have the AT4x and Blue ox setup. It is very confusing and unfortunately Blue Ox isn’t the expert on vehicle variants and models. Blue ox WILL work on the AT4x and AT4. They have the exact same bumper and front fascia. What Blue ox is saying No to is the AT4X AEV edition; The AEV edition has a metal bumper and a winch plate up front to mount a winch so that a no go but the regular AT4x model it works fine. I am my Motorhome now replying to you with my AT4x outside?? hope this helps clear up the confusion for you.

Jerred H.

5/19/2026

@KirkO Thank you so much for that explanation Kirk!

Chad M.

5/19/2026

@JerredH I have a 25 Colorado trail boss that I installed the blue ox with the battery shut off and the lighting package on. I have some pictures if that would help somebody they can contact me if it’s the same as a canyon.

Vince

5/20/2026

@JerredH Good morning Jerred. One last question, hopefully ?? Any idea where Ryan is located? I’m referring to the gentleman that was featured in the base plate install video. I would really like to have someone install that has tackled the Canyon more than once.

Jerred H.

5/21/2026

@Vince Hey Vince. You can find the flat tow setup procedure in your owner's manual. Since your motorhome has air brakes and you just bought a brand new truck, I highly recommend using the Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System item # SM99243. This is a permanently installed braking system that activates with a flip of the switch when you're ready to travel. It's powered through your motorhome's by the motorhome’s onboard compressed air so you don't have to worry about the battery being disconnected. It reads the actual air pressure in the motorhome's brake lines, so your Canyon's brakes activate at the exact same time and intensity as the motorhomes. There are no G-force sensors or inertia adjustments required. I linked an installation video below that'll show you how it installs.

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tv-install-smi-air-force-one-supplemental-braking-system-2024-gmc-canyon-sm99243.aspx

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