Flat Towing a 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Behind a 2019 Newmar Dutch Star
Updated 07/31/2026 | Published 07/22/2026
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Hello, I just purchased a 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands and need to get it set up for flat towing behind my 2019 Newmar Dutch Star 4018. My main question is that I hear that Ford is recommending that 2 fuses 18 and 19 be pulled each time the Bronco is towed. I guess there are scenarios when the ABS system malfunctions and the brakes lock up. So my question is, Do you know more about this and also do you have a fuse bypass switch kit that would make this process simpler? Thank you!! Rick Taylor
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Hi Rick, congratulations on the new Bronco! That's going to make an awesome vehicle to have behind your Dutch Star. As for your question, the information about pulling fuses is close, but it's actually fuses 28 and 29 that Ford requires on the 2025 and newer Broncos when you're using a supplemental braking system. Those are the two 60 amp fuses that power the Electronic Brake Booster, not the ABS system. The reason they need to be removed is to keep the brake booster from waking up while you're towing, which can cause the brakes to apply much more force than intended. Unfortunately, we don't currently offer a fuse bypass for those large 60 amp fuses, so for now they do need to be removed and reinstalled manually.
Ford also recommends following a specific sequence when preparing the Bronco for towing. After putting the vehicle into Neutral Tow Mode, turn it completely off, close the doors, and let it sit for about five minutes so it can enter sleep mode before removing fuses 28 and 29. When you're ready to drive again, simply reinstall the fuses before turning the ignition back on. Following that process helps prevent unnecessary fault codes and keeps everything working as intended.
Since you're starting from scratch, I'd recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, part # RM92ZR. I really like this one because it pairs nicely with the Ford Performance Heavy Duty Modular Bumper and has removable arms, so when you're not towing, the front of the Bronco keeps a clean, factory-style look.
For the tow bar, I'd go with the etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar, part # e84ZR. It's rated for 10,500 pounds, the non-binding design makes disconnecting much easier even if you're parked on uneven ground, and the arms fold up neatly behind the motorhome when you're done towing.
For a braking system, the Blue Ox Patriot, part # BLU37TR, is one of my favorites because it's portable, easy to move between vehicles if you ever need to, and it applies the Bronco's brakes proportionally to how your Dutch Star is slowing down. To finish everything off, the Roadmaster Smart Diode Kit, part # RM38FR, is the wiring kit I'd recommend since it's designed to work with the Bronco's variable voltage LED tail lights and gives you a clean installation without adding extra lights.
It sounds like you're putting together a really nice towing setup, and I think you're going to be happy with it. Have you already ordered any of the flat tow components, or are you still putting together your shopping list?
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Rich K.
7/30/2026
As long as you have a charge line from the Motorhome to the Bronco you don’t have to remove the fuses. I have towed mine for 10k plus’s with no issues. You should also install something to verify that the charge line is working. I use one purchased on Amazon that sends it directly to my phone. This insures you haven’t blown a fuse on the Motorhome side.