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Michelin Defender2 - 225/50R17 98H Tire
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Jun 24, 2026
WallE
5 out of 5 stars review

Great tires at a very fair price.

I believe the tires were a very good purchase . a great tire and a very fair price . with my electric car they hold up very well give gray traction and stability .

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May 29, 2026
RBC07
5 out of 5 stars review

MAKES ME FEEL SAFE WHEN IT RAINS. GRIPS THE ROAD WITH EASE, STOP AND START EASILY IN ALL KINDS OF INCLIMATE WEATHER, LOOKS GREAT ON MY CAR, RESILIENT AND LAST FOR YEARS.

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Dec 2, 2025
P2410
2 out of 5 stars review

Rides rough

Just bought these tires for my VW Atlas because they have been great on my wife’s car, but have been disappointed with how they ride. I expected a smooth ride but you can feel every bump in the road throughout the car. At first thought the tires were not balanced, but went back to the shop and they checked to confirm the tires were balanced. I would by again for my wife’s car but not my VW.

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

We’re sorry to hear the ride hasn’t met your expectations on your VW Atlas. Keep in mind your tires comes with the Michelin Promise Plan. If you are dissatisfied with the tires, bring the original sales receipt to the place of purchase within 60 days for a new set of tires. Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions. Our number is 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).

Dec 29, 2025
Phil
4 out of 5 stars review

Great tires - but rebate process pain.

Tires are great but the rebate process is a nightmare. Could you possibly make it any more difficult to attach the receipt image? Really? Why not give an instant rebate at time of purchase? Only one reason I can think of, Michelin is hoping for leakage. Not a great customer experience.

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Feb 7, 2026
AnthemBassMan
5 out of 5 stars review

Excellent Tires.

I had to get new tires for my Wife’s Elantra. The Cooper CS5 tires that I had put on the car 4/5 years ago had finally gone past the point of no return. The Michelin Defender 2’s have been a great addition. So far the traction has been great considering the snow we’ve had lately. The road noise on dry pavement isn’t too bad. I’ve had other tires a little quieter, but overall not bad. Time will tell how long they will last though. It will take a few years to get the mileage racked up.

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Jan 8, 2026
LF226
5 out of 5 stars review

Love my Defenders!

I love these tires! Had Defender XLTs on my 2012 Rav 4 and couldn't wait to put them on my new car. I like the thick tread and way the drive through water. My car just feels more safe, as crazy as that sounds. I now have Defender LTX on my 2022 Rav 4 and still enjoy the ride!

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Dec 18, 2025
BigFry
5 out of 5 stars review

The Best Tires

I installed a set of four on my 2006 Mercury Montego Premier and the handling, smooth ride and i have notice increased gas mileage. I been using Michelin's on my cars for over 35 years and will not put another brand tire of my cars. They have never failed and have given my excellent mileage wear, I usually have to change tires because they are to old and have become hard.

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Mar 24, 2026
Heritage Hab
5 out of 5 stars review

Defender 2 tires are great!

We are very pleased with the Michelin Defender 2 tires that we just purchased for our Ford Escape Titanium. This vehicle is a medium sized SUV so it is light and has turbo so it is quick to respond to changes in speed or direction. Consequently, we are concerned about the tires ability to be stable on windy highways and grip the road at higher speeds and when turning corners especially in wet weather. Since this is early spring and winter road damage has not yet been repaired, they are surprisingly smooth when going over rough roads and occasional potholes and uneven roads. They are also well priced for this level of performance.

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Dec 22, 2025
LaLaJewel
2 out of 5 stars review

Michelin Defender 2's - Worst tires I've had

I switched the Yokohama YK-GTX for Michelin Defender 2 tires. The Yokos were stiff, jolted over road holes/bumps, responsive steering, but were nice & quiet. Wanted a smooth, quiet ride, that handled curves smoothly and that absorbed holes and bumps on roads and the freeway like my previous Michelins did. The Defender 2 tires are horrible. My car feels like a Tilt-a-Whirl, unstable, squirrely, and they are not quiet, mostly smooth, but the steering needs second-to-second monitoring and concentration. My last Michelins were outstanding and outlasted their warranty, just stated cracking in the Arizona summer heat. They were smooth, quiet, absorbing and steered wonderfully. So disappointed, paid much more for the Michelins and now I feel stuck...

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry these tires haven't met expectations. We recommend having an authorized dealer inspect the tires. Handling concerns can sometimes be caused by alignment, installation or vehicle related conditions. If your within 60 days of purchase, the Michelin Promise Plan includes a 60 day satisfaction guarantee. Feel free to discuss with your dealer or give us a call at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).

Feb 3, 2026
Kilnmaint
5 out of 5 stars review

So quiet!

I replaced the original tires on my Honda CRV with Michelins. Cannot be happier. My dealer had a sale price on the set , plus I got an eighty dollar rebate! The old tires were loud on all surfaces. The Michelins are quiet and ride so much better. Plus I expect double the tire wear.

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