2003 X5 Tow Hitch Options

[AquilaBMW]

I think I kinda know the answer to this question, but I need to put it out there anyway.

Many moons ... okay, months ago when I acquired my X I started looking into adding a tow hitch to the car. I researched on here and discovered that it was an option and that BMW provides a kit.

I also learned that the car needs a certain Module to use it's tow hitch? Is this correct?

Here is my problem. Month ago when I checked for this kit, BMW had some available. Well, I am guessing some of you here or some other X owners conspired and bought them all up because BMW has zero inventory at the moment. Not a single one in NA.

I checked around and U-Haul claims to have a kit that works on the X5. Has anyone ever used the U-Haul one? Is if safe? Will it work with this car? Are there electrical issues to look out for?

I can DIY the car myself - which would be necessary since U-Haul wants to charge $520 for the installed kit. I don't mind forking out the money, but I need to know it's okay / safe for this car.

Cheers!