Hitch Lock for Thule Bike Rack on 2026 Tesla Model Y

Updated 07/13/2026 | Published 07/12/2026

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Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device

(610)

$65.89

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - 2" Hitches - Chrome

(74)

$22.94

etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers

(1340)

$58.50

Question:

I have a ‘26 Tesla Y with a 2” hitch and a Thule bike rack. There is not enough clearance to install the Thule Snug Tite Lock. Will this work as an alternative to the Thule?

asked by: Bill V

Expert Reply:

Hey Bill!

For your 2026 Tesla Model Y's 2" hitch and Thule bike rack, you can use Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - 2" Hitches - Chrome # C72KR. This lock has an overall length of 5-1/4", which is the shorter than the 6-1/2" Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device # THSTL2. This hitch pin does not have anti-rattle qualities that the Snug Tite lock has, so if you're needing that on your bike rack (which I recommend you do), you can pair it with our etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers # e38FV. I have one of these on my personal bike rack and it's increased my ride quality tremendously!

What kind of bikes are you carrying? What terrain do you like to bike on?

expert reply by: Jerry B

Bill V.

7/13/2026

Thank you. Is the Curt hitch pin the same diameter as the Thule THSTL2?

Jerry B.

7/13/2026

@BillV The # THSTL2 is 1/2" diameter which is more of a universal size, while the C72KR is 5/8" and specific to 2" hitches. In most applications, either should work on a 2" bike rack but if you can send me the name, model number, or photo of your hitch, I can confirm whether or not this will fit.

Bill V.

7/13/2026

@JerryB The rack is a Thule 9029XT Vertex 4.

Jerry B.

7/13/2026

@BillV The # C72KR will not work for this rack. The TowSmart Hitch Receiver Locking Pin w/Cap - 1/2" and 5/8" Diameter # TS24VR will work instead for you! This one is slightly longer at 5-1/2, but it will still be perfectly fine for your Model Y.