--- product_id: 1631582 title: "Primus IQ" brand: "tekonsha" price: "VT32218" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 category: "Tekonsha" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1631582-primus-iq store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Proportional braking tech LED diagnostics display Plug & Play install Primus IQ **Brand:** tekonsha **Price:** VT32218 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🚛 Stop Smooth, Tow Smart — The Primus IQ Has Your Back! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Primus IQ by tekonsha - **How much does it cost?** VT32218 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1631582-primus-iq) ## Best For - tekonsha enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tekonsha brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Real-Time Diagnostics:** Clear LED display alerts you instantly to wiring or braking issues, ensuring peace of mind. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with 1-3 axle trailers and major truck brands like Ford, GM, Dodge, Toyota, and Jeep. - • **Boost Your Stopping Power:** Three-level boost feature delivers extra braking force when hauling heavy loads. - • **Smooth, Responsive Braking:** Automatically matches trailer braking to your vehicle’s brake pressure for seamless stops. - • **Effortless Plug & Play Setup:** Snap-in dash mount and removable connector make installation and storage a breeze. ## Overview The Tekonsha 90160 Primus IQ is a compact, proportional electric trailer brake controller designed for 1-3 axle trailers. Featuring an internal inertia sensor, it automatically adjusts braking power based on your vehicle’s brake pressure for smooth, controlled stops. Its plug-and-play design with snap-in dash mount and removable connector ensures quick installation and easy storage. The bright LED display provides real-time diagnostics and alerts, while the boost function offers up to three levels of extra braking power for heavy loads. Compatible with major truck brands, it’s a reliable, user-friendly solution backed by a limited lifetime warranty. ## Description The Tekonsha Primus IQ Proportional Electric Trailer Brake Controller gives you dependable braking power in a compact design. As an industry staple for more than ten years, this electronic brake controller kit provides a smooth braking response in any stopping situation. With its petite yet durable exterior, this electric brake controller fits nicely under the dash, making it easily accessible from the driver’s seat without being in the way. This insightful digital trailer brake controller has an easy-to-read LED display, self-diagnostic check to monitor your connection and trailer braking activity and is self-leveling when mounted within a 90-degree vertical range, so there’s no need to adjust the unit once it’s installed. The electric trailer brake controller also features a power output knob to set your desired braking power, a boost option that lets you apply up quickly and easily to three levels of additional trailer braking power, especially when hauling heavier loads, and manual override. The Primus IQ electric brake controller for trailer was created to work with electric braking systems, works proportionally in reverse to make backing into tough spots a bit easier, and - like the Prodigy P3, Prodigy P2, and many other Tekonsha brake controllers, utilizes primary sensor technology to ensure the smoothest stop possible. When you’re done towing, the IQ’s snap-in dash mounting clip, Plug & Play port for two plug adapters, and removeable electrical connector allow the unit to be quickly stored. The Primus IQ brake controller works with trailers with 1-3 axles, comes with all necessary mounting hardware, and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Review: Reliable, Easy-to-Install Brake Controller That Works Perfectly - The Tekonsha 90160 Primus IQ Brake Controller is an excellent trailer brake controller and a great value for the money. Installation was straightforward, especially with the plug-and-play wiring harness, and the unit mounted cleanly under the dash. What I really like is how smooth and responsive the proportional braking is. The controller automatically applies trailer brakes based on how hard you press the vehicle’s brakes, which makes towing feel much safer and more controlled.  The LED display is easy to read, and the diagnostics help confirm the trailer connection and braking activity. The boost feature is also very useful when towing heavier loads because it adds extra braking power when needed.  Overall, this controller is reliable, simple to set up, and works exactly as advertised. If you’re towing a trailer with electric brakes, the Primus IQ is a dependable choice that delivers smooth braking and great peace of mind on the road. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review: Works Great & Easy to Use and Install - Installed on a 2021 F150 XLT. Works as it should with great, easy to use adjustability. Been using Tekonsha products for years and they've never let me down. During transit, the wiring on my trailer wore a hole and split a couple wires. The unit alerted me to the issue. I repaired the wiring and away we went. Much better peace of mind than an analog unit. The only issue I had was where to mount it. You need to consider this before purchase. The screen is only viewable from above the unit. If mounted at an angle on the lower dash, understand you may not be able to see the screen. ## Features - PROPORTIONAL ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROLLER: Provides automatic braking based on the intensity and rate at which you apply your tow vehicle’s brakes, giving you smooth braking thanks to an internal inertia sensor. This makes the Primus IQ brake controller ideal for general and heavy-duty emergency braking. - EASILY INSTALL AND STOW, THANKS TO PLUG & PLAY: The Primus IQ trailer brake controller has a snap-in dash mounting clip, Plug & Play port for two plug adapters, and removeable electrical connector so the unit can be easily unplugged, unclipped, and stored. - EASY-TO-READ LED DISPLAY: Digital LED display shows settings, real-time diagnostics, and alerts. - BOOST FEATURE PROVIDES EXTRA BRAKING POWER: Boost provides up to three levels of additional stopping power at the touch of a button, giving you confidence in stopping safely when you’re hauling heavier loads and/or need more power to stop. - VERSATILE: The Primus IQ electric brake controller is compatible with a wide range of vehicles including Ford, GM, Chevy, Dodge, RAM, Toyota, Jeep, and more with 2, 4, or 6 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001P11SCM | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,948 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #4 in Trailer Brake Controls | | Brand | Tekonsha | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (7,693) | | Date First Available | December 10, 2007 | | Exterior | Smooth | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1 pounds | | Item model number | 90160 | | Manufacturer | Tekonsha | | Manufacturer Part Number | 90160 | | Model | 90160 | | OEM Part Number | 90160 | | Position | Front | | Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 2.5 x 8.5 inches | | Voltage | 12 Volts | ## Images ![Primus IQ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71GkxC1WQYL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable, Easy-to-Install Brake Controller That Works Perfectly *by N***N on March 6, 2026* The Tekonsha 90160 Primus IQ Brake Controller is an excellent trailer brake controller and a great value for the money. Installation was straightforward, especially with the plug-and-play wiring harness, and the unit mounted cleanly under the dash. What I really like is how smooth and responsive the proportional braking is. The controller automatically applies trailer brakes based on how hard you press the vehicle’s brakes, which makes towing feel much safer and more controlled.  The LED display is easy to read, and the diagnostics help confirm the trailer connection and braking activity. The boost feature is also very useful when towing heavier loads because it adds extra braking power when needed.  Overall, this controller is reliable, simple to set up, and works exactly as advertised. If you’re towing a trailer with electric brakes, the Primus IQ is a dependable choice that delivers smooth braking and great peace of mind on the road. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great & Easy to Use and Install *by J***G on June 10, 2025* Installed on a 2021 F150 XLT. Works as it should with great, easy to use adjustability. Been using Tekonsha products for years and they've never let me down. During transit, the wiring on my trailer wore a hole and split a couple wires. The unit alerted me to the issue. I repaired the wiring and away we went. Much better peace of mind than an analog unit. The only issue I had was where to mount it. You need to consider this before purchase. The screen is only viewable from above the unit. If mounted at an angle on the lower dash, understand you may not be able to see the screen. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well and easy to install *by T***N on February 4, 2026* Connected right up to the wire harness in my truck with the appropriate wire kit. Took about 5 minutes to install. Simple and works great so far. Ive had it for about a year or so now. Bought it back in i think march of 25' ## Frequently Bought Together - Tekonsha 90160 Primus IQ, Proportional Brake Controller for Trailers with 1-3 Axles, compatible with Ford, GM, Chevy, Dodge, RAM, Toyota, Jeep. Wiring harness sold separately. - TEKONSHA 303500 Trailer Brake Controller Custom Harness, Vehicle & Brake Control Ends, Compatible with Selected Models (Please Verify Vehicle Application) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1631582-primus-iq](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1631582-primus-iq) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-08*