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Michelin Tires designs and produces tires for differing applications including passenger vehicles, motorcycles and heavy trucks. Known for innovation since 1889, Michelin brings together distinct features such as enhanced safety, energy efficiency and longevity into its products. It caters to customers across more than 170 countries.
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Reviewed Sept. 6, 2025
I will never buy a Michelin tire again. They refused to honor a mileage warranty that was worth $500. I provided all records that showed a wheel alignment upon purchase and tire rotations at every 5,000 miles. The tires were rated for 55,000 and I only got 32,000. It took them 4 months to tell me they wouldn’t warranty the tires. I even escalated it to their tire tech center. I was a loyal Michelin customer and sold Michelin tires for years. Never again.
Reviewed June 3, 2025
Spent 10s of thousands on their tires for my high performance cars, one of their tires failed and they refused to do anything and blamed road hazard, tire had 300 miles on it and cost $619 why would any reputable company treat their customers this way?
Reviewed May 29, 2025
Will never buy Michelin Tires again. They do not honor the warranty and when you call to find a solution they tell you it's a purchaser issue. They wanted me to drive 1 hour and pay $75 in tolls to try a certain dealer that may help me. Truly a anti-customer company.
Reviewed May 15, 2025
In 2018 my wife and I purchased a brand new Volvo X40 from Tasca Volvo in Cranston RI. We have had the car which my wife drives and has less than 39,000 miles over seven years. During a recent service for air conditioning recharge, Tasca Volvo in Cranston RI did a full vehicle check and determined that my wife's tires would not pass inspection. The car had sixty to seventy thousand miles warranted tires, Michelins that were original on the car. The car had less than 39,000 miles but upon inspection at Tasca, I verified the tires were bald and unsafe. I argued with Tasca that the car was barely drive nine thousand miles a year and should not be in this condition. I received explanations from required rotations that were not done to being told that the cars engine is very heavy and wore the tires out prematurely. Tasca indicated that nothing could be done and the matter was Michelins, the tire company.
I called Michelin and filed a complaint regarding the tires and what my wife and I had experienced. They took my information and I learned that Michelin Tires Corporate called Tasca for reports on the tires. Several days later I received a call from Michelin denying our complaint. Michelin was no longer interested in determining why their tires wore prematurely as they did or concerned that their tires deteriorated in less than half the mileage warranted which could have caused serious circumstances. Instead, they were able to determine that our tire warranty expired several months earlier other than tires that failed in less than half the mileage they should have.
As consumers, we have options including dealerships and providers of tires so buyers beware, Michelin may talk a good show but when the tires hit the pavement Michelin has no interest in addressing your complaints or issues. Although I understand warranties under normal circumstances, the wear and mileage alone should have clearly determined that a problem existed with the tires instead of throwing my wife and I to the curbing like two homeless people. Shame on you Michelin your lack of inconsideration has now cost my wife and I an additional cost of $1,200.00 to replace your defective tires. Consumers, BEWARE OF MICHELIN AND THEIR LIES shop elsewhere you have many options.
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Reviewed Feb. 25, 2025
Beware that Michelin will not honor a 60-day warranty if you have to file a second claims for tires that are not performing as they should for your vehicle. I have a 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid still in good condition per my Toyota dealer's diagnostic report that was done to determine if there was something mechanically wrong with my vehicle to cause the mileage to go from 40 mpg down to 30 mpg. The Toyota's diagnostic did not find anything mechanically wrong with my vehicle that would cause such a significant drop in fuel consumption. The CrossClimate2 tires I had installed are a heavier tire and not the fuel-efficient type of tires for my vehicle. In talking with a Michelin customer service advisor he recommended for warranty replacement the BF Goodrich Advantage Control or Uniroyal Tiger Paw Touring A/S.
I had the BF Goodrich Advantage Control tires installed only to find out they are also not a fuel-efficient tire for my vehicle. I needed a fuel-efficient tire that has low rolling resistance to maximize fuel economy which neither of the tires I tried provided. The manager of the tire center that installed the tires stated to me the proper tire for my vehicle is the Michelin Primacy tires that is a quiet tire, low-resistance tire for better fuel economy. The Michelin customer service advisor did not give me the option of the Michelin Primacy tires would be the best tires for hybrid. It is very disappointing that the Michelin Company will not honor their 60-day warranty for tires regardless if it's a second warranty for a product that is not the proper fuel economy performing tires for my vehicle. Michelin is losing a lifetime consumer of their products for not standing behind their warranty.
Reviewed Feb. 24, 2025
I bought 4 new Michelin Cross Climate 2 tires from their partner site **... What a scam... I paid for the tires to be delivered to their choice of garage... They sent the wrong tires and they want me to pay $25.00 per tire to get my credit card refunded... Why am I being charged for THEIR mistake?... I had the garage date set for the tires to be installed... They are scamming me out of $100.00... What a disgrace for the MICHELIN name and company... I will never deal with them again.... MICHELIN is not as it used to be.... Big scam.
Reviewed Feb. 14, 2025
False advertising on Reward for purchasing tires. They make you send over documents then email you more review of the same documents when you already sent what they asked for the 1st time?, Amount advertised at dealer Toyota for new tires was $70.00. Upon sending over more document snapshots as requested, they emailed me back that "sorry no rebate because of lack of info"??? I emailed back "CROOKS", lo and behold yesterday, I received a Visa card from them. Excited right? An extra $70 as ADVERTISED, well I just activated the card, I only get $40?? Where's the rest? Will not be purchasing Michelin ANYTHING anymore. Stay away!, Tires look like crap, almost look used?? A shame.
Reviewed Jan. 8, 2025
They push general discount rebate offers and then disqualify you, however they remove qualification requirements even while the time to file is still open. Then they blame the dealer but can’t provide a public listing of qualifications. SHADY.
Reviewed Dec. 27, 2024
I purchased Michelin 295 65 r20 defender platinum tires for my 2022 Ram 3500 and with only 48 miles I have had them balanced twice. I returned to Tire Kingdom and was told the manufacturer would have to replace any bad tires! This is my second set of Defenders and the first set was perfectly smooth. I’m going out of town and can’t drive 9 hrs with tires this out of round.
Reviewed April 27, 2024
Motorcycle tire is vibrating between 35mph & 50. Commander 3 front tire. I'm not sure if it's safe. Customer service will not return my call. Was on hold 45min. Left my number. No call back. Been loyal Customer for years. May very well leave this company. Customer service and pr.
Reviewed April 15, 2024
I bought Michelin defenders for my car. 3 yrs old with about 20,000 miles on tires. And they are dry rotted already. I will not buy them again in the future. 'Cause Wal-Mart or Michelin tire will not stand by their product. I bought tires at Wal-Mart in Cynthiana ky 41031i. Wayne **. Will not buy them again. I still have the receipts and road hazard plan but.
Reviewed Dec. 14, 2023
These are good tires but the 45,000 mile tread wear warranty is not what it appears to be. To get any compensation for premature wear, the tires need to be LESS than 2/32 of an inch in tread depth. At 35,000 miles, my tires still had more than 2/32 of an inch so were not considered "worn out" by the dealer and still "safe". However, in heavy rain, they hydroplane and in snow they are useless. I had to replace them because to me hydroplaning and no traction is NOT safe. I'm betting 90% of drivers would agree that this level of tire wear is not safe.

Reviewed Sept. 1, 2023
I had a great experience dealing with Nate ** in Customer Service, concerning an Issue I was having after purchasing 4 New Cross Climate 2 tires. They're a #1 Company, Very Courteous and professional!!! Thank You Nate!!!
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Reviewed July 12, 2023
I purchased 4 new Michelin defender T & H tire for my Kia Sportage in 2018, all with an 80,000 mile warranty; they only lasted 31,179 miles, less than 40% of the promised mileage. Each tire was replaced with a different Michelin tire (Cross Climate 2), and I was rewarded with no ($0) reimbursement for the lost tire mileage. That really stung. The greatest disappointment was how Michelin wiggled out of honoring their warranty promise, based on the age of the tire tread evaluation (~2.5 months) whereas their arbitrary policy limits that to 30 days (which is a detail that is not included in their warranty information). FYI, tires do NOT, EVER, increase in tire depth with use, so the policy has little justification.
Reviewed July 7, 2023
Michelin latitude tires came with new car Ford Edge 2019 245/60R18. Less than 30000 tread almost gone and I do not drive on rock! Employee at ford dealership stated on new cars they do not put Michelins on. Wear out too quick!
Reviewed Oct. 24, 2022
The Michelin Fall sale rebate October 2022, the rebate does not apply to Costco. I submitted the purchase proof forms and they denied my Costco tire purchase. https://www.michelinman.com/auto/dealer-campaign/michelin-fall-promotion-2022
Updated review: Oct. 3, 2022
Customer service representative reached out to me and did his research. I was given 75% of the cost in return. Very happy customer.
Original Review: Oct. 2, 2022
After having the tires for 2 and 1/2 years, less than 23,000 miles on the car tires started to have cracking and dry rotting only to realize the tires were older than the actual car. I bought my car brand new and Michelin will not honor the warranty of 65,000 MI or less for replacement.
Reviewed June 30, 2022
I’ve Just got 2022 RAV4 Hybrid and was so happy and excited after 7 and a half months waiting. After 2 weeks of driving and enjoying my new car and I got flat tired today. I Took it to dealership and got it patched up and paid $45 dollars for it. OMG.
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2022
I purchase Michelins every time I purchase tires because that is what came on my car. Dumb Idea. They never lasted the warranty mileage. NEVER. The last set purchased in 2019 still had Tread, deep tread left, but kept losing air. When I took my car to a mechanic after driving from Florida to Ohio, I had a mechanic look at the tires and tell me "You are lucky you made it here alive." They are Dry Rot and they are with a bunch of tread. He said at least 30K miles left of tread but dry rot through and through, sidewalls between the tread everywhere. So I researched and supposedly this has been fixed. So I bought new tires, Michelins. MISTAKE. I feel stupid.
I will NEVER buy another Michelin Tire and neither should you. I called to register them and what a hard time I got. These people are Terrible. As Terrible as their Tires. PLEASE Save yourself from Michelin. Buy any other tire. ANY OTHER TIRE. I spent $1,099.00 in tires for my Avalon and I will put this on the list of things NEVER to do again. Don't Trust the Product they sell. Don't Trust their registration. Don't Trust Michelin. I have the Receipts of purchase to back up this review and pictures of the tires with Dry Rot and remaining Tread to Prove the poor quality tires they sell. All are Dated and show details.
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2021
My Michelin tires were recommend for my 2012 Prius. 60,000 they were worn out. I paid almost double of the Goodyear TIRES LIKE CAME ON THE CAR NEW AND I GOT 50,000 MILES OUT OF THEM. And they were suppose to be quieter. I really couldn't hardly tell the difference. I'm now on my 4th set of tires and These are the quietest set I have ever had on either of my Prius's. The local tire shop sold them to me 60,000 mile warranty Priny Tires.
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2021
This is my first set of Michelin tires and I like the solid feel and stability as I drive. I have a Buick Enclave that has had these tires since 2017. We have 37000 miles and the tires look great. I am planning a trip to Florida and the tires give me the confidence I need.
Reviewed Nov. 11, 2021
Buy the Sports Pilots in whatever size required. Get the lifetime rotate and balance also the road hazard plan. Drive away. You will think you are in someone else car. Tires will last maybe 80k, less with abuse which given the way the handling feels will be difficult not to do.
Reviewed Nov. 10, 2021
We purchased these tires because of the warranty. We believed the Michelin Defenders were covered for 80-90 thousand miles. However, we had a tire go bad at under 50000 miles. We called the company and got nowhere. We later learned we were responsible to pay the local tire company that installed them an additional fee to access the warranty. WHY ON EARTH did we pay so much for tires only to find out the initial high cost did not help with a hole in the tire?
Reviewed Nov. 9, 2021
I have been buying Michelin tires for over twenty-five years. I have always been impressed by their quality and craftsmanship. This is very important for the safety of my family. The dealers I have purchased them from have always been courteous and professional.
Reviewed Nov. 8, 2021
The Michelin Defender tires give superb traction in every type of weather, but really excel in rainy and snowy conditions! The tires provide great traction, providing a high level of comfort and safety.
Reviewed Nov. 7, 2021
Have F 350DRW 4x4 tow a 15000lb fifth Wheel handled and the wear was far superior to any brand tire had on my truck has 275000 miles and the traction in the snow and heavy rain has been extremely good.
Reviewed Nov. 6, 2021
We didn't know if it was tires or alignment problem. Took to regional shop and replaced all 4 tires and what a difference! Car runs smoothly to the point where not sure of speed. Very impressed with these tires and the warranty they offer.
Reviewed Nov. 5, 2021
I did extensive homework looking for tires for my Ford Transit 250 and my Lincoln MKX. Both vehicles came with tires that had no wet traction and were dangerous on snow. Odd tire sizes on both vehicles made for limited choices. Michelin came through with not only have the right sizes but exceptional tires "Defender Series" that give me confidence in rain or snow.
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2021
MAVIS TIRES of Cumming GA. I cannot believe after spending more than $1000. This is what I get…awful tires that are peeling apart! You do not need to be an expert to see that the tires are defective! They look like DRY ROT! What makes matters worse is the service I received from MAVIS TIRES in CUMMING, GA. Even the tire tech, CJ, said, “Wow, I’ve NEVER seen this!” He took pictures, and sent them to his boss, Paul… I was there and heard him on the phone. An entire week went by and NO ONE even called me.
Went back this Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021 at 9am and was told by CJ, "We will replace the tires with Bridgestone tires Tuesday, so bring the SUV in Monday." Brought the SUV in, only to be told, by the manager, BUN MAO. “We will credit you only $42 per tire!” This started to happen after 10k miles and has nothing to do with an alignment, which was done anyway! Check the internet… this is an ONGOING PROBLEM!! Don’t tell me these guys aren’t aware!! I’ve patronized MAVIS for 16 years!!! No More! Michelin, you should be ashamed of yourselves! That’s my wife’s SUV and it shocks me to the core especially when I think of her driving my granddaughter around with UNSAFE TIRES…I’m DONE!!
Reviewed Sept. 7, 2021
I've been riding on Michelin rubber over 40 years, both cars and motorcycles, that stops today. After spending over an hour, being disconnected multiple times on their clearly flawed phone system, I was finally able to speak to customer service rep Richard. Richard had the unfortunate task of informing me that his supervisor said that if I could not produce proof of purchase to establish I had obtained the tire new, there was nothing they could do! As is common, I needed only a rear tire but purchased the set 3ish years ago as a cash deal from a vendor while at Daytona Bike Week, I am on the opposite coast so tracking down P.O.P. is not an option.
Due to the lack of normal riding, as a result of COVID-19 lock down, I only got around to trying to install the front tire this long W/E, "trying" because the tire turned out to be defective. (see photos) So despite my offer to send them photos, of both the clear defect and the still intact vent spews (showing the tire was in fact purchased new), and offering to send back the tire if they sent me a replacement, their position was to violate their written warranty policy of 6 years for manufacturer defects, where if P.O.P was not provided, they go by the production date molded right on the tire. So for a +40 year brand loyal customer, who has spent thousands of dollars on Michelin tires, to be treated so myopically over, what amounts to them is less than $20, is both disgraceful and embarrassing.
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- Postal Code:
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