Primacy XC TIRE REVIEW
There are 95 reviews for the Primacy XC
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 47% of reviewers recommend this tire
Review Summary
The tires provide a comfortable ride and good performance on dry pavement, but struggle with traction in snow, ice, and wet conditions. Many customers reported poor tread life, with the tires needing replacement well before the expected mileage. Overall, the tires may be suitable for dry road use, but are not recommended for driving in wintry weather or off-road.
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61-70 on 95 reviews
Scary in snow! Brand new tires and don't grip!
Tires came on my pre-ordered 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee in January 2022. Not knowing what tires I was going to get, I was impressed they came with Michelins as we've bought Michelins for years and always been satisfied. Living in New Hampshire, it is critical to have tires that do well in the snow. After the first snowfall of just a few inches, I was surprised to see how poorly these tires griped around corners. I was concerned but optimistically thought it's just a matter learning the nuances of a new vehicle. Second snowfall comes (slightly more snow but still not a lot) and it's definitely not the vehicle's handling rather it's the tires. The Jeep slides around corners and doesn't grip well at all. It's very disappointing as we've been repeat Michelin customers (my wife's Acura has them right now) for years. Perhaps these tires would do better in warmer climates? New England isn't where they should be sold. Wouldn't recommend these tires. There are significantly better choices.
603mort, sorry to hear you are unhappy with the tires that came originally on your Jeep. One of our team members will be in touch with you.
michelinman.com
March 21, 2022
Terrible traction, terrible lifespan
These tires came on my 2020 F150. I drove them from new until 50000km. I rotated them every 8000km and always ensured they were properly inflated. These are hands down the worst tires I’ve ever owned. If the road is wet, snowy, icy, or anything aside from a flat level dry surface these tires will struggle to maintain grip and traction. They even got me stuck on an icy road in 4 wheel drive. To top it off by 50000km they were down to 3/32. A totally unacceptable product. Do yourself a favour and get something else.
Kdb202, we're sorry to hear of your disappointment in the tires that came equipped on your 2020 Ford F150. A member of our team will be reaching out to discuss further. Or you can contact us at 888-871-4444.
Michelin North America, Inc.
March 4, 2022
Awful tires
These tires came stock on my 2019 Ford F 150 Lariat. Nice looking tires. I now have 36,000 miles on them. In dry conditions, they are fine tires. However, in the least bit of snow they lose traction horrendously. I have used the 4 wheel drive to get up the slightest grade in 2 inches of snow! We towed a 6000 pound travel trailer, with an anti sway weight distributing hitch, from Michigan to Arizona in January. I had to watch the steering constantly when on anything other than completely dry conditions. It was so bad that we stopped to make sure the hitch was set up properly and it was, I am going to look for replacement tires before we leave here next month. These tires should never have been put onto this truck.
Rapidian 1, we are sorry you are dissatisfied with the Primacy XC tires that came as original equipment on your Ford F150 Lariat. A member of our team will be in touch to get more information and help with a solution. Or you can contact us at 866-866-6605 for assistance.
michelinman.com
February 14, 2022
Worst tires ever in snow
These tires came on my new 2021 Ford F150 and they are absolutely useless in snow and on ice. Even in 4x4 almost impossible to move. I only have 5400 kms on them but definitely not made for cold weather conditions in Canada. If icy on highway and a strong wind, almost slides off road in wind gusts.
DT, we hate to hear of your negative experience with the Primacy XC tires tat came as original equipment on your 2021 Ford F150. Our team will be glad to discuss optional tread designs for your vehicle. Feel free to contact us at 866-866-6605 for assistance.
Michelin North America, Inc.
February 15, 2022
Very poor performance in snow.
These tires came on my new 2020 F150 that I purchased in March of 2021. I currently have a little less than 20000km on them to date. When I first started driving the truck I was impressed by the ride quality and noise levels. When snow first began to fall is when the trouble started. These tire preform very poorly in any amount of snow. Stopping is a concern with even a light dusting on the road in the very cold conditions of middle Canada and I have been stuck several times this winter in 4-6 inch deep snow while in 4wd. I have driven all kinds of cheap tires before but these are hands down the worst I have ever driven on. It has become so bad that I am concerned for my families safety and have replaced these tires with all terrains.
Quiet tires, poor performance in snow.
These tires came on my new 2020 F150 that I purchased in March of 2021. I currently have a little less than 20000km on them to date. When I first started driving the truck I was impressed by the ride quality and noise levels. When snow first began to fall is when the trouble started. These tire preform very poorly in any amount of snow. Stopping is a concern with even a light dusting on the road in the very cold conditions of middle Canada and I have been stuck several times this winter in 4-6 inch deep snow while in 4wd.
Terrible in snow.
These tires came on my new Ford F150 5 months ago and I currently have 20000km on them now. They were fine in the summer and the quietest tire I have ever personal owned. But we when got any amount of snow tires are nothing less than a safety hazard. They have no traction at all combined With the stopping power of a curling stone. I have been stuck in my own driveway with the truck not hung up and all 4 wheels spinning but getting no purchase. My biggest regret is not changing these out the day I bought my truck.
Not a tire to be driven in snow
Michelin's Primacy XC tires came with my new 2018 F150. Once the midwest snow came, I lost confidence in the traction needed to safely control the vehicle. As others have noted, the Primacy XC should not be offered on new vehicles in climates where snow is expected annually.
Not what I was hoping for
These tires came on a 2019 F-150 I just purchased with 17,000 miles on it. After running Michelins my whole life, I was sorely disappointed when we got two inches of snow a few weeks ago and I couldn’t get out of my own way in two wheel drive. I went through two sets of LTX’s on my last truck (Toyota Tundra TRD) and loved them. Great mileage, good traction, never an issue. Not the Primacy’s. The only positive thing I can say about these was that they were easy on gas.
NMH, we're sorry to hear of your negative experience with the Primacy XC tires. A member of our Consumer Care team will be in touch via email, or you can contact us at 866-866-6605 for assistance.
michelinman.com
January 24, 2022
Not good in any amount of snow.
These tires came on my new 2019 F150 and I have 30k miles on them. The Primacy XC has the worst traction in snow of any tire I have ever had on a vehicle in 50 years of driving. I am not talking about deep snow, a couple inches of snow will cause them to lose traction. Even with light throttle pressure, they slip and slide. Sometimes I even have to use 4WD when a light turns green so that I do not sit in the intersection spinning my tires and blocking traffic behind me. These tires also tend to hydroplane on slush. I do not understand why these tires are sold in areas that get snow.
DLR, we are sorry your experience with the Primacy XC tires hasn't been a good one. One of our team members will be reaching out to you, or you can contact us at 866-866-6605 for assistance.
michelinman.com
January 3, 2022