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Michelin Defender2 - 215/55R18 95H Tire
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Dec 27, 2025
Katie
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Auburn Hills, Michigan Tire Center

Good Evening, Please give Shamara and Sencere a raise! I am elderly and a bit on the illiterate side when it comes to cars. I purchased 4 Michelin Defender 2 Tires for my 2019 Buick Encore per my son’s instructions. Once I recovered from sticker shock, I realized it was the best decision. Shamara went out of her way on December 11th to help me order the correct tires. She was kind, respectful and extremely knowledgeable. It meant a lot to me to have someone treat me so well. Today, December 17th, was installation day. Sencere greeted me, I asked if he could also install new wiper blades. He even helped me purchase the right ones! Sencere installed my new tires and the driver’s wiper blade. Passenger blade is a bit of a conundrum. No fault of Sencere’s. Shamara refunded the passenger blade and offered information as to where I might be able to purchase the size needed. Shamara and Sencere are why I will go back to Sam’s Club on Joslyn in Auburn Hills whenever I have tire issues. I will tell all of my friends how nice and respectful and knowledgeable they are. Please give them another hug from me. It means a lot to have such terrific service. Thank you. Regards, Katie G

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Dec 30, 2024
Jess
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

So far so good

I feel pretty good driving with these tires. So far theyve done well in rain and freezing wet pavement. I got these as all season tires and I think they are working out. Good grip, good warranty. Sam's had a great deal with $70 off a set and free installation. Love Sams

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Jul 13, 2026
Geo
5 out of 5 stars review

I have driven about 20 miles so far. My engine check line came on and my engine was misfiring. Presently I'm waiting for my mechanic to install a new engine coil. Right after the installation, I had to get an alignment, the steering wheel was vibrating. I can't say that I drove enough to share my subjective opinion. My mechanic recommend your brand. He said your tires last longer than Bridgestone. I think Bridgestone sound cooler and I think they are a lower purchase price. I do feel that the Bridgestone tires lasted a long time. If yours last longer, great, but I may not pay attention

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Jun 28, 2026
J FM 27
5 out of 5 stars review

Phenomenal all around tire

I have traveled between 40 and 60,000 miles per year on the road as a Salesrep, and have had experience with Goodyear, Firestone,, hoe, Continental, and Dunlap tires, and while they've all been adequate, only even Michelin tire, specifically the defender and the defender two, have given me the performance that I was looking for. Very good in the snow on my SUVs, as well as a fabulous ride, great cornering And secure in the knowledge that if I should get a blowout, which I never have, I would likely have plenty of time to pull over and deal with it as opposed to a worst case scenario. I would have no other for my vehicles. Michelin knows how to build a tire to give its customers the best value. A little more money, but well worth it in my humble opinion.

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Jul 9, 2026
VicIAM
5 out of 5 stars review

Michelin Defender 2 AS

I just purchased the tires on 6-30-26 and they were installed on 7-1-2026. Although I have only driven on the tires for the last 9 days, I have noticed that the tires give my car a more comfortable ride than the Ecopias that were on the car when I purchased it. And the tires have an 80k mile warranty which is a cherry on the top, I've always preferred and only purchased Michelin tires and will continue to do so.

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Jul 7, 2026
Fun_Sponge
5 out of 5 stars review

Amazing longevity! Way past warranty!

I can’t recommend these tires enough! We have them on our CRV. They have 95,000 miles on the tire themselves-maybe a bit more. Last time we had them checked @ 93,000 miles they still 4 tread depth! I’m just patiently waiting for the best sale to put new ones on. Don't skip these tires. No hydroplaning in water, great in snow- did good in ice, great on the highway! All have weared equally as well.

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May 29, 2026
DEFEND THIS
5 out of 5 stars review

Michelin hit home run

Amazing when people clearly post stuff on review that make themselves sound ignorant. These tires are great examples of Michelin Engineering. Long tire life. Smooth ride and quiet. Choose the correct tire pressure for optimal wear I always run aprox 5-8 PSI over door sticker, so you don't wear to heavy on outside of tires. This gives you optimal tire contact and tread life. This also makes smoother turning and brings life to your steering Nice job michelin

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Jul 5, 2026
eyedoc2020
4 out of 5 stars review

The jury is still out. I have not put close to end of life wear on these tires.

These are the most expensive tires I have ever purchased. They are performing fine. They have normal traction and drive handling. The jury is out on how well they will last. My hope is that they are worth the expense for extended treadwear. They certainly have an excellent reputation. I expect safe driving and exceptional longevity.

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Jul 1, 2026
steve62
3 out of 5 stars review

Rough ride and noisy

I'm sure the Defender 2 will last a long time. These tires seem to have a stiffer sidewall and harder rubber compound than the OEM tires my Toyota Highlander came with. The Defender 2 ride is much harsher and after about 15K miles they got noisy on smoother road surfaces. I also noticed the wet traction really got worse around 15K miles. I am dreading that I may have to drive on these tires for 3-4 more years, but tires are too expensive to replace them already. I will not buy them again.

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May 28, 2026
Tony G
1 out of 5 stars review

Loud, noisy and rough.

Hello, I purchased Defender 2 tires for my 2022 Pacifica Minivan. That was the last time I purchase these tires. From day one I noticed very rough and loud driving. These tires amplify every little imperfection on the road even though Michelin claims uncompromised comfort and a quiet drive. This is very uncomfortable and upsetting. Extremely disappointed with this purchase.

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Thank you for providing your feedback. Tire noise and ride comfort can be influenced by several factors, including vehicle type, road conditions and inflation pressure. We recommend having your tires inspected by an authorized dealer to ensure they are properly installed, balanced and inflated. For added peace of mind, your tires are backed by the Michelin Promise Plan, which includes a 60-day satisfaction guarantee from the date of purchase. If you would like additional assistance, our Consumer Care team is happy to help. You can reach us at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).