Skip to Main Content
Sams Club
Sams Club
Customer reviews for Michelin Defender2 - 225/60R16 98H Tire for
Michelin Defender2 - 225/60R16 98H Tire
4.7 out of 5 stars
stars932 ratings912 reviews
  1. 5 stars84% (785)
  2. 4 stars8% (74)
  3. 3 stars3% (28)
  4. 2 stars2% (17)
  5. 1 star3% (28)
Sort by |
Showing 51-60 of 912 reviews
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.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
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).

Oct 25, 2025
Victor M
1 out of 5 stars review

Maybe good but not for me

Made the mistake of purchasing these for my Lexus LS430. it feels like Im riding on sponges, I cannot feel the road and cornering is terrible, it feels like the car is sliding or swaying. I am going to call the tire shop to let them know i cant handle this and what can we do. hopefully if they dont do something michelin will.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Victor, thank you for sharing your experience with the Defender 2 tires. We’re sorry to hear that the ride and handling haven’t met your expectations. We recommend visiting your tire shop to have the installation and alignment checked, as these can significantly impact how the tires perform. To further discuss, please give our Consumer Care team a call. You can reach us at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).

Sep 19, 2025
Bib for the Win!
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Ride

I’m a retired Red Seal Mechanic and I have never in my 45 years of experience had any issues with Michelin Tires. Most notably thing about installing and balancing Michelin tires is how well they fit along with minimal weights required to balance Michelin tires. Needless to say if you require 1oz or more in weight to balance a Michelin tire, then check your Rim! Michelin tires are also one of the quietest tires on the road, as well as superb performance! We have a saying in the mechanic world around these parts! Once you drive with Michelin Tires on your vehicle, you will not want to drive on anything else!

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
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.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
Dec 7, 2025
JenC
4 out of 5 stars review

Good tires

I upgraded to Defender2 tires and and happy so far. Ride is not only more quiet but is also smoother. A little better on gas mileage. Design seems good for my area of usage, construction and materials so far are holding up well, I have had them rotated once. They were more expensive than other choices but so far worth it. I was eligible for a discount given as a gift card and am not as satisfied with that option because I was only able to use it for the exact amount issued. This is almost impossible to do so I will have to leave a small amount left on the gift card. Michelin needs to change this to allow customers to use all of the discount given on the card.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
May 4, 2026
Jenn
5 out of 5 stars review

Great grip

I’ve never had a full set of brand new Michelin tires before. They are great. Good grip of the road and v Ty quiet.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
Apr 28, 2026
Bill2
5 out of 5 stars review

I HAVE USED MICHELIN TIRES FOR A LONG TIME BECAUSE I THINK THEY ARE THE BEST TIRE ON THE MARKET+++I HAVE RESEARCHED TO MY COMFORT.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
Feb 17, 2026
S P
3 out of 5 stars review

Maybe I am missing something

Not sure where the outstanding ride quality reviews come from. Placed these on a Kia Telluride and the ride quality is noticeably rougher. The vehicle always appears to sway back and forth and you feel every bump.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Stephen, thank you for sharing your experience with the Defender 2 tires. Ride comfort can be influenced by factors such as inflation, alignment, and installation, which may affect how the vehicle feels. We recommend having these checked by an authorized tire dealer. If you’d like additional support, Michelin’s Consumer Care team is happy to help. Our number is 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).

Feb 21, 2026
Steve468
4 out of 5 stars review

Good ride. Surprisingly my gas mileage went down 2 miles per gallon from the Michelin Privacy tires I had on from the factory. My vehicle is a 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205
Feb 19, 2026
Mike
5 out of 5 stars review

Best Tire Ever

This is the second set of these ties I have bought , now I have 2 cars with them ,, great tire , if I had known how awesome they were years ago I'd have been riding on them sooner , quality , value , and great ride.

Review from michelinman.com
Helpful?76YX5NFLLBHL13734256205