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Michelin Defender LTX M/S - 255/55R18/XL 109H Tire
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Feb 22, 2024
Reviewer name: Greg
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

New tires

The tires are still fairly new to us. So far they have performed really well. They are pretty quiet on the road. We have had the car out in the rain and they seem to handle and grip well in wet conditions. Overall we are happy with our choice of tires.

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Jun 3, 2026
Reviewer name: Beach 5
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Excellent tread wear, last set went 80,500 miles.

Excellent replacement tire of the same prior Defender LTX M/S model which lasted 80,500 with no service issues. Tires ride great, are quiet, and have excellent traction. Unfortunately, the manufacture date on the tires is 4423 which means the 44th week of 2023, so the new tires were actually 2 and one half years past their manufacture date when sold and installed.

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Mar 11, 2026
Reviewer name: Cookie Monster
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Love'm

Best tires I've ever purchased! I put them on both of my Tacomas and I'm on my second set on my current daily driver. I get close to 100k miles on each set. Yes, I rotate them and run the appropriate tire pressure as scheduled. The handling of my truck in adverse weather is so much better with my Michelin Defender LTX M/S...even in hurricane rain they grip the road while other vehicles are hydroplaning

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Mar 30, 2026
Reviewer name: CadiDrvr
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Could be Michelin's best tire

Could be Michelin's best tire. OEM on parents '03 GMC Envoy. I normally am not a fan of OEM tires, but these were exceptional. When replacement time came, local tire shop (and Michelin experts) recommended that these tires were still the best option. Just replaced those, as my parents don't drive nearly as much in their advanced age and the tires were starting to show signs of dry rot, which I've read is normal with Michelin's high mileage tires as they just don't wear out! These newest ones are probably the best Michelin tires, and I speak from experience. Another vehicle was supplied OEM with Primacy Tours, which were trash, and I replaced with the Defender2 and while better, aren't the equal of the Defender LTX! I have another vehicle with Pilot Sport All Season 4s which might be slightly better than the Defender LTX, but I have to knock them a point as I can't get 20k miles on them. But they ARE a high performance tire, and phenomenal! The Defender LTX is incredibly quiet, smooth, and resists hydroplaning and tramlining. Haven't bee drven in the snow, but considering how excellent they are in the other 3 seasons, I'm confident they'd perform just fine in the snow. Highly recommend!

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Jul 29, 2026
Reviewer name: Jus Doin
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

SNOW ❄️ 🧊 ICE Traction!

Wet and Snow ❄️ traction was awesome this winter! We got a crazy 🤪 extra amount of Snow and Ice in Richmond, Virginia this year! I have got a lot better gas mileage with new tires also! Had gotten 89k out of old Michelin tires!

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Mar 1, 2026
Reviewer name: Skidoo
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great winter traction

I live in central Maine and our driveway is about 600 ft long and gets icy during the winter months. I have had no problems getting up the hill in all snow and ice conditions. Very happy with the performance of the tires.

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Mar 4, 2026
Reviewer name: Davefran
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Love my Michelin tires

I have been a Michelin customer since 1982. I have had many vehicles and have always used Michelin tires. The grip in rainy weather makes me feel secure. The durability is fabulous.

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Feb 16, 2026
Reviewer name: William
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Good tires

I really like these tires, they are Michelin quality. However, I am giving them 4 stars because my gas mileage was reduced 1-2 miles per gallon, as compared to my previous set of Michelins. The rolling resistance may be greater and they appear to be more of an all purpose/all terrain hybrid.

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Sep 22, 2026
Reviewer name: Rich
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

Good tires on Ram 2500 but no stability on a Jeep Gladiator will not use them on my Jeep any longer shakes over every road expansion joint and uneven pavement, was the wrong choice

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Jul 8, 2026
Reviewer name: HD driver
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

NOT your dads LTX, for sure a downgrade

I used to use the LEGENDARY original LTX on my HD trucks. That tire was amazing in every way. This replacement not so much. Tire has about 45 to 50k miles on them and one is separating and the rest show substantial wear on edges and across treads. Will be searching for a new brand. Try new things win new prizes Michelin. You knew you had a winner with the original LTX.

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

We're sorry to hear your Defender LTX M/S tires did not deliver the tread life and durability expected. Tire wear and separation can be influenced by several factors, so we recommend having the tires inspected by an authorized tire retailer, who can evaluate the tires, alignment, and overall vehicle setup. After the inspection, please contact Michelin Consumer Care at 866-866-6605 (Mon-Fri 8 AM-7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM-1 PM EST) with the results so we can further assist you.