BMW Trailer Hitch / Tow Computer / Module 71606870517
OEM Part #: 71-60-6-870-517 (71606870517)
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Programming required: this module must be coded to your VIN by a dealer or with the proper diagnostic tool before it will work.
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This OEM Trailer Hitch Control Module is engineered to integrate seamlessly with various BMW models, including the X5 (2014-2018), X4 (2015-2018), X6 (2015-2019), and 3 Series (2014-2015) variants. With part numbers 6889589 and 6884357 among others, this module plays a crucial role in managing towing and trailer functions, ensuring safe and efficient operation. Common issues like malfunctioning towing systems or trailer recognition failures can be resolved with this genuine replacement component. Programming is required for installation, ensuring it communicates accurately with your vehicle's electronic systems. Don't compromise on your vehicle’s performance; trust this factory-original part for a reliable towing experience.
Specifications
| Fits Vehicle Model | 328d xDrive, 328i xDrive, 428i Gran Coupe, 428i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 435i Gran Coupe, 435i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, ActiveHybrid 3, X3, X4, X5, X6 |
| Fits Vehicle Make | BMW |
| OEM Part No | 71-60-6-870-517 (71606870517) |
| Compatible OEM Part No | 6889589, 6884357, 6879426, 6874848, 6872319, 6867931, 6875529 |
| Category | Computers / Modules |
Compatible Vehicles
Fits 69 vehicle configurations across 1 make, 2014-2019.
Check your specific vehicle before ordering.
This list shows year, make, and model. Some years have multiple trims or
engines that use different parts, and individual listings may have
additional fitment notes (e.g. “with sunroof only”). Review
the full variant list below, or
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and we’ll confirm the match.
View all 69 vehicle configurations — 41 with fitment notes
| Year | Make | Model | Trim | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BMW | 328d xDrive | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 04/2014 |
| 2014 | BMW | 328i xDrive | Wagon | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 04/2014 |
| 2014 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2014 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2014 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2014 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Diesel Turbo | |
| 2014 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2015 | BMW | 328d xDrive | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 04/2014 |
| 2015 | BMW | 328i xDrive | Wagon | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 04/2014 |
| 2015 | BMW | 428i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2015 | BMW | 428i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2015 | BMW | 435i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2015 | BMW | 435i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2015 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2015 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2015 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2015 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2015 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2015 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2015 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2015 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Diesel Turbo | |
| 2015 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2015 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2016 | BMW | 428i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2016 | BMW | 428i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2016 | BMW | 435i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2016 | BMW | 435i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2016 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2016 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2016 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2016 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2016 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2016 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2016 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2016 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Diesel Turbo | |
| 2016 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2016 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2017 | BMW | 440i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2017 | BMW | 440i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2017 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2017 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Diesel Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2017 | BMW | X3 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2017 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2017 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2017 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Diesel Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2018 | BMW | 440i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2018 | BMW | 440i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 03/2014 and 11/2017 |
| 2018 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2018 | BMW | X4 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date Between 04/2014 and 11/2017; For vehicles WITH option code S235A |
| 2018 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Diesel Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 4.4L V8 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | X6 | SUV | 3.0L l6 Turbo | |
| 2014 | BMW | ActiveHybrid 3 | Sedan | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 04/2014 |
| 2015 | BMW | ActiveHybrid 3 | Sedan | 3.0L l6 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 04/2014 |
| 2016 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | X5 | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo |