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Customer reviews for Michelin Defender LTX M/S - LT285/75R16/E 123R Tire for
Michelin Defender LTX M/S - LT285/75R16/E 123R Tire
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Nov 2, 2021
Reviewer name: MrPat
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great tires for my F150

I have been driving on these new tires for a month or so. I expected good grip and a nice ride and they delivered. I was pleasantly surprised how stable they feel. My old tires had a more aggressive tread and they felt mushier on the road. since almost all of my driving is on the read. These tires were the perfect choice.

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Dec 3, 2015
Reviewer name: Disappointed Michelin Fan
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Very disappointed in these tires

Bought new Michelin 18” Defender LTX M/S2 tires for a Ford F250 to replace Michelins that had come with the truck. My old tires were smooth as silk and I actually got more miles from them than the warranty. However, the new tires vibrated badly, so I had them rebalanced twice, with no improvement. Michelin replaced the tires under warranty, but the new tires also vibrate badly. I took them to another shop that had a road force balancer and paid out of my own pocket to have them rebalanced again. There was some improvement, but there's still a significant amount of vibration. I'm very disappointed in these tires.

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Mar 5, 2022
Reviewer name: Dworlow
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Best tires

A buddy convinced me to use his tire guy, who talked me into buying bargain brand tires that saved a couple hundred bucks, over the Michelins that I've always used. I took it on a 300 mile hunting trip that weekend, and they “wallowed,” and the kicker was on the return trip from Del Rio, high winds over a long elevated bridge sent the truck into an “oscillation” that nearly put us into a head on. I took it back, paid for new Michelins and another hundred for the trouble… it was worth it! Those tires right now have 72K miles on them, and I'll probably get another 10k easy… and I don't drive bald tires!

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Dworlow, WOW! Thanks for sharing your story. We appreciate you.

Nov 10, 2021
Reviewer name: Jreese
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Best tire tread wear. Great traction in rain and snow!

I bought these tires over a year ago. I have had numerous sets of this tire due to the quality being uncompromising. Traction, tread ware, quality. That's why I keep going back to to Michelin. I've had other brands, Yokohama, Goodyear, etc. Michelin perform and wear better. You pay for what you get especially when it comes to tires. Well worth the price every time!

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Nov 5, 2021
Reviewer name: Rick
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Defender LTX M/S Tires

I was told that these tires could be put on my Ford Taurus SEL, He said theses tires were for a car, then I told him that LTX means for Light Truck. I love the tires and they handle excellant, but I still have my doubts about these tires being for a car. So you tell me Michelin.

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reply from Consumer Care

Rick, there are several tires that would work well on your Ford Taurus SEL, depending on your driving style. Our records indicate we have discussed several options with you other than the Defender LTX M/S. Should you have additional questions, you can contact us at 866-866-6605.

Aug 8, 2021
Reviewer name: KK15
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

Nice But Didn't Last

I purchased these tires for my Tahoe in 2016 because they came highly recommended. I've really liked their performance over these years with the gentle driving I do, mostly city -short distance to work, errands, and one trip to Colorado. However, I've only driven 38,000 miles thus far and am being told I need to replace due to tread wear. I understand the recommended replacement time period, but it seems the tread should have lasted longer than this. Am I missing something?

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reply from Consumer Care

KK15, a member of our Consumer Care team will be reaching out to you so that we can remedy this situation. Sorry your experience wasn't a great one. You can also contact us at 866-866-6605.

Mar 24, 2022
Reviewer name: Chall
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Best road tires I've ever owned

I've had the Defender series on several different vehicles. Best performing road tire I've ever had. Wet, slick, icy and light snow, the traction, stopping power and cornering is the best. I'd love to have some narley looking AT tires on my 4runner for looks but I'll never change from the Defenders, I feel safe with them on my vehicle.

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reply from Consumer Care

Chall, thanks for sharing the love!

Jan 15, 2016
Reviewer name: Silkie
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Defender LTX M/S (vs original Premier LTX)

I replaced to Defender LTX M/S from original Premier LTX which was recommended as 'same' by tire specialist for my Pacifica Limited AWD. Wrong! It is noisy and bouncy at all speed. Also lost 0.3 mpg. No big deal on mpg loss. This tire may be better fit for pickups and off roads.

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May 13, 2021
Reviewer name: T4R17
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Best tire I've used yet

Replaced factory 4Runner tires with these and love them. Smooth, quiet, with good traction. My only complaint is there is not a 275/70/17 option which would allow a clean fit without having to modify the 4Runner at all, which is necessary with the 285s. If you made a 275/70/17 it would definitely be my next set after these.

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Jun 22, 2021
Reviewer name: Cadillac owner
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

is this tire designed for smaller CUV?

i bought these for wifes cadillac xt5 with 235/55/20's about 1000 miles on them, they seem louder, stiffer, than the Michelin Premiers that came with the vehicle??? are they desinged for larger vehicles or something? i have about a week left to exchange them for a different tire they seem to be a great tire but maybe for larger vehicles???

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reply from Consumer Care

Thanks for bringing this to our attention, Cadillac owner. A member of our Consumer Care team will be in contact with you. You may also reach our office at 1-866-866-6605.