UPDATED AUGUST 2026
YES, the QuikrStuff Mach2 bike rack can be used on the popular Tesla Model Y, including the Juniper model.
Mach2 2″ LV (longer version) on the Juniper
Know about Minimum Insertion
The rack fits very close to the car. If you insert the rack into the receiver just far enough to cover both expanding pads, you will still be able to get the rack into its upright position. Some Tesla owners report that this isn’t possible but that is because they are pushing the rack all the way into the receiver. You only need to push it in far enough to cover the two expanding pads. As long as both pads are covered, the rack will stay secured.
There are also rumors that a loaded bike may bump into the back of the car. This will not happen if you install the rack as suggested in the above paragraph.
Using the Captive Safety Pin
The Captive Safety Pin works as intended with the Juniper model, as long as it is on the right side of the hitch receiver.
The Captive Safety Pin needs to be on to right side of the car. This is because there is an electrical connection in the way on the left side (at least with the pre-Juniper models). If your Captive Safety Pin is on the left side, moving it to the right is easily done with no tools although it’s tight in there and if your hand doesn’t fit you may need to use needle nose pliers. The Captive Safety Pin does not need to go through the hole in the receiver; it does, however, need to sit behind the flange (lip) on the receiver. Remember, the Captive Safety Pin is not the primary mechanism holding the rack to your vehicle; it is the unique expanding pads in the hitch and the tightening mechanism at the hitch that do that job.
VIDEO –> This video shows how to move the Captive Safety Pin and install the Quik Rack Mach2 on a Tesla Model Y (again, this is pre-Juniper, but Juniper should be similar).
Opening the Hatchback
A customer recently informed us and sent in pictures showing that he could open his hatchback with the bike rack (single, no add-on) in the vertical/stowed position. If you have an add-on installed as well, it is quick and easy to tilt it into the 45-degree position or horizontal/carrying position and then open the hatchback. Also, you can open up the backend with a bike (or two) on if you tilt the rack to its lowest position. This is possible, too, with two bikes and the ramp attached as well.
We know these things because CEO Bryan Wachs has a Tesla Model Y and always has the rack on his car and also because our customers are kind enough to let us know and send in photos. If you have any further questions, let us know. Email us at Support @QuikrStuff.com.
Note, again, that this information is based on a 2023 model. The original Quik Rack Mach2 did not fit well with the 2026 Model Y Juniper. However, the Mach2 2″ rack is now 1.5 inches longer at the hitch insert. This pushes the rack 1.5 inches further from the vehicle, making it possible to use with the 2026 model. Any racks purchased after 5/20/26 will be the longer version.
