MICHELIN Defender T + H
Do more for more miles.
More miles. With the safety you expect. Designed for the doers, Michelin's longest-lasting tire keeps you on the go longer* --because life never stops moving.
- Ultimate Treadlife
- All-Season Safety
- Quiet & Comfortable Ride
- Supported by the Michelin Promise Plan of a 60-day satisfaction guarantee, roadside assistance, and a 80,000-mileage warranty. Click here for details.
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Key benefits for Defender T + H tire
Lose track of the miles. The longest-lasting tire among leading competitive tires.(1)
Drive on and rack up the miles. Our MaxTouch Construction is designed to ensure the tire contact forces are evenly distributed - maximizing treadlife. And our durable EverTread compound offers long-lasting dependability.
MICHELIN Defender T + H Warranties
We've got your back. A promise of this magnitude can only come from Michelin.
We want you to be 100% satisfied with your Michelin replacement passenger or light truck tires so they are backed by the Michelin Promise Plan™.
The Michelin Promise Plan™ includes the following benefits: 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee, Roadside Assistance, Manufacturer's Limited Warranty & Treadwear Warranty.
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Defender T + H TIRE REVIEW
There are 410 reviews for the Defender T + H
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 77% of reviewers recommend this tire
For any matter regarding customer service (in-store experience, after-sales service, delivery, etc.) please contact our Consumer Care team
Review Summary
Customers overwhelmingly praise these tires for their quiet, smooth ride and exceptional durability, with most reporting 75,000 to 80,000 miles of reliable performance. Many highlight confident handling in wet and snowy conditions, and several demonstrate strong repeat-purchase loyalty. A small group reports premature tread wear below 40,000 miles despite proper maintenance, and a few mention vibrations or noise issues. Overall, most customers consider these tires a dependable, long-lasting choice worth the investment.
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1-5 on 410 reviews
Posted On August 24, 2026 by Jairo Dussan
Collected by Bazaarvoice
These are my tires for years
Excelente tires, good tread, good grip and smooth rolling and a nice sidewall
Value of Product
Safety
Quality of Product
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Posted On July 20, 2026 by Ma rousse
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Bon achat
Bon rapport qualité prix. Roulement silencieux.
Vehicle: Toyota Prius Prime
Posted On July 19, 2026 by CorollaHatch
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Disappointed
Rough riding, lots of road noise. I paid a premium for Michelin tires expecting comfort, these missed the mark.
Performance
Safety
Safety
Appearance
Vehicle: Toyota Corolla
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear the Defender T+H tires have not met your expectations for ride comfort and road noise. We recommend having the tires inspected by an authorized Michelin dealer to ensure proper inflation, balance, and vehicle alignment, as these factors can affect ride quality. If you'd like to discuss your experience further, please contact our Consumer Care team at 888-871-4444 (Mon-Fri 8 AM-7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM-1 PM EST).
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August 18, 2026
Posted On June 19, 2026 by Papermom
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Great tires
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Posted On December 2, 2025 by Roadrunner
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Great product
Outstanding Performance
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Legal Mentions
1 Based on commissioned third-party wear test results in tire size 225/55R17 97H versus Goodyear® Assurance® TripleTred™ All-Season and Continental® TrueContact™ in 225/55R17 97H and Pirelli® P4™ Four Seasons+ in 225/55R17 97T on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu; and in tire size 205/55R16 91H versus Bridgestone Turanza Serenity Plus in 205/55R16 91H tire size on a 2015 Honda Civic. Actual on-road results may vary.2 Based on internal wet braking test results at 50 mph and at 60 mph in tire size 225/55R17 97H versus Goodyear® Assurance® TripleTred™ All-Season and Continental® TrueContact™ in 225/55R17 97H and Pirelli® P4™ Four Seasons+ in 225/55R17 97T on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu; and in tire size 205/55R16 91H versus Bridgestone Turanza Serenity Plus in 205/55R16 91H tire size on a 2015 Honda Civic. Actual on-road results may vary.
>> The sizes shown are average design values for tires measured on specified measuring rim widths. Some tires may vary from this value by +/-3% of the section height (affecting overall diameter), and +/-4% of the section width.
>> Section width varies approximately 0.2" (5mm) for every 0.5" change in rim width.
>> Tread patterns are often tuned to accommodate different tire widths. Tires for a particular dimension of a given tireline may vary in appearance from the tire shown in the photograph.
WARNING: Serious or fatal injury may result from tire failure due to underinflation or overloading. To ensure correct air pressure and vehicle load, refer to vehicle owner's manual or tire information placard on the vehicle. Serious injury or death may result from explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting. Only tire professionals should mount tires and they should never inflate beyond 40 psi to seat the beads. Before mixing types of tires in any configuration on any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle owner's manual for its recommendations.
DANGER: Never mount a 16" diameter tire on a 16.5" rim.
DANGER: Never mount a 17" diameter tire on a 17.5" rim.
Inflation pressure increase must not exceed the maximum pressure branded on the tire sidewall. When a customer requests a replacement tire with a lower speed rating than the original equipment tire, you must clearly communicate to him or her that the handling of the vehicle may be different, and that its maximum speed capability is limited to that of the lowest speed-rated tire on the vehicle. Exceeding the lawful speed limit is neither recommended nor endorsed.
For high-speed driving, additional inflation pressure and possibly reduced tire loading and/or upsizing is required. In the absence of specific recommendations by the vehicle manufacturer, use the following guidelines based on those in the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organization Standards Manual.
For speeds over 160km/h (100 mph), load and inflation must be adjusted according to the table below.
H-Speed Rated Sizes:
| Maximum Speed (km/h) | 100 | 106 | 112 | 118 | 124 | 130 |
| Inflation Increase (psi) | 0.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Load Capacity (% of max.) | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
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