Reviews for SummitView Rear Vision Back Up Camera System for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK with Factory Nav Radio

Works with factory unit

Easy to install

I installed this camera in less than an hour after watching a couple of youtube videos.
Easy install because they include the plug with the wires already soldered in it.
The camera works great!! Very happy with it!!!
Sharp, clear picture. The programming module worked as advertised. It has guidance lines. (though I didn't care if it did or not). Very pleased.
No instructions came with it, but didn't need them after watching the videos on line.

Great camera and easy to install in my 2016 Rubicon Hardrock (manual transmission). I actually received the version with the adjustable camera mount and longer bracket for oversized wheels vs the fixed mount for factory tires picture which is great for when I put on bigger tires. For power the instructions are not great. There is a power and ground in the rear which I wired to to ground and power wire on the rear power port (cigarette lighter adapter). You can also ground in the rear (not use the rear red wire) then use the red wire in the front of the vehicle to wire to the power port power wire there. Thinking about it, that would be a good option if you ever want to change over the fuse to constant power in the rear of the vehicle. Given I have a solar generator don't think it will matter (but I could aways change it). The camera does have backup lines which is great. Is something that the JKU's should have came with anyway.

Really clear picture, works pretty good. Had a technical problem at first, but they took care of me by shipping new software. The installation is long, but straightforward.

This was my 2nd one as I put this on my daughters Jeep.

Great image, took a little over 2 hours to install, mainly because I had to route the wiring through my Smittybilt XRC Atlas Bumper and tire carrier. And YES it does make a big difference.

So far, very happy...

Took me about 2 hours to install. Probably took me less time than that though. I stopped ate lunch and ran an errand. I had my windows out too (less obstacles)

It is a very straight forward and simple install.
My only issue was that I feel it could have come with more zip ties (especially for the price). But I had some extras in my tool box. I know I over secure, but I don’t like things to move around.

I am pretty impressed with the picture quality and the depth of field. I honestly did not expect it to be a clear as it is. I’d like lines like OEM units, but I can adapt.

I’m happy.
400 bucks is still cheaper than the alpine unit and I don’t mind the navigation OEM system/radio.
I only wish that my apple phone connected better (but that’s a JEEP/Chrysler/fiat issue).

I have had this camera in my 2017 Wrangler JK 75th anniversary for 16 months and it has never failed. It has a very good picture, it is a little hard to see at night but that is because of the back up lights and not the camera. It took me all afternoon but I took my time and made sure I had every step completely done.
I did find a very good video on You Tube of gentleman installing this same camera in a Wrangler. He did a great job of explaining each step.
If you are thinking about a camera this is one of the best if not the best to get. It is trouble free and works great.

The only way vision out the rear window of a Jeep Wrangler could be any worse would be if it did not have a rear window. As an older dude with a stiff neck, I knew I wanted a backup camera and initially considered one of the add-on wireless kits, but once I had the dashboard of my Jeep all torn up, looking for a rattle, I realized it would not take much more disassembly to install the Brand Motion unit. It works great, every bit as good as the OEM ones in our other two current model vehicles. But anyone considering installing it themselves should be aware that while the installation is not complex or difficult, it is arduous, involving many, occassionally tedious, steps. If you decide to undertake it, here are some things you need to know:
1. Spend $12 at Amazon on a set of plastic automotive "trim removal" tools, as you will be snapping off numerous pieces and panels. Yes, you can do that with a screwdriver, but you'll almost certainly mar whatever you are prying with it.
2. When you order the backup kit, be certain to also order the "Quadratec Tweve Volt Power Adaptor" as I now wish I had. I follwed the instructions to splice and solder the wires behind the dash 12volt port, and though I am a pretty fair hand with a soldering iron, the very tight space involved made the job difficult, frustrating and easy to screw up (even though I didn't).
3. The instructions that come with the kit are bad - the photos are mostly under-exposed and not very illustrative. There are several videos on You Tube on the installation.
4. All of the plastic terminal plugs you will need to disconnect have a tab of some sort that needs to be depressed to free the plug. Take the time to identify these and don't try to simply force the connectors apart. You'll only succeed in breaking one.
5. Absolutely the most difficult task in the whole install is dis-connecting and re-connecting the power window switch cluster, which is inaccessible to more than one hand and has a tricky little red tab that must be mastered to free the port or hook it back up. BUT, if you remove the round air vent just to the right of it, you can easily use two hands and the process actually becomes pretty easy.
The program module that came in my kit failed to function, but after hunting around Brand Motion's web page a bit, I found an "800" contact number. I used it, and a nice guy named Dave had a replacement at my front door in fewer than 48 hours.
So, don't pay any attention to the guy who claims to have done this installation in an hour; take your time; follow the instructions to a T, and enjoy your new backup camera...and thanks again, Dave.