The ltx ms2 is michelins highway allseason tire developed to combine long tread life with allseason capabilities for vans, pickups and sport utility vehicles, as well as for commercial vans, shuttles and chassis cab vehicles using light truck tire sizes. Watch how we put the michelin ltx ms2 tire to the test to make sure it performs in every condition. Michelin is recalling one version of a specific size of the michelin ltx tm ms tire. Cracks in oem michelin ltx tires honda ridgeline owners. Some tires can be delivered the same day you order. Product michelin latitude tour 22565r17 100 t tire. Michelin ltx ms2 tire lt245 75r16e 120r owl and for the winter tires.
January, 2020 i bought the 26560r18 size for my 2003 toyota 4runner. Oct 06, 2009 designing a tire is just the beginning. The contact stated that all four tires exhibited cracks on the sidewalls and. Before mixing types of tires inany configuration on any vehicle, be sure to check the. Michelin defender ltx ms all season radial tire 26575r16 116t by michelin only 20 left in stock order soon. Bridgestone blizzak dmv1 tire 26570r16 112r bsw although i love to romp around in. The contact stated that all four tires exhibited cracks on the. Discount tire said that it was just ozone cracking but that alot of michelins do that and they had a guide from michelin that the go by for warranty. Only out ranked by the general grabber hts and the goodyear fortera triple tred. Michelin ltx ms2 tires kal tire tires, wheels, and. The 25570r18 michelin ltx ms2 has a diameter of 32. The michelin ltx ms2 is an allseason highway tire made for suvs, vans and trucks. Michelin recalls 100,000 in north america michelin recalls 100,000 in north america on july 12, 20, michelin issued a voluntary recall of. Exceptional combination of performances for light trucks and suvs.
It was designed to provide even wear, low noise and good fuel efficiency, even in demanding commercial applications while delivering the yearround traction and durability expected from rugged offroad tires without forsaking the. Mine were cracking as well so i went by a tire store i do business with and the salesman agreed that shouldnt be happening, even though he said it is farly common on michelins. The michelin ltx ms2 is a premium light truck tire that offers better snow traction and a shorter stopping distance for your light trucks and suvs. Engineering a great tire starts with finding out whats important to consumers.
The defender ltx ms combines the proven tread design of the ltx ms2 with. In our lab tests, tire models like the defender ltx ms are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed. Michelin recalls 100,000 in north america tire safety group. The vehicle was equipped with michelin ltx ms tires, tire size 2456517. The michelin defender ltx ms is part of the tire test program at consumer reports. Michelin north america michelin ltx ms2 tires cracking cracks in tread not warrantied past 6 years. See what we found out and how we planned to improve the original michelin ltx.
Im on my third pair of the ltx ms and this current pair of seven years is the ms2 version. Michelin stated that i am 2 months outside on my warranty and they can not do anything about my dry rot cracking. No idea, when we bought our 99 uzj100 the ltx were on them and i noticed within a few days that a crack right down the middle of the tread circumferential, probably 56 long. The michelin ltx ms 2 is designed for outstanding traction and added safety in all driving conditions. Cookies on the michelin site for an optimal navigation, the michelin website uses navigation cookies. Michelin defender ltx ms highway tire 22565r17 102h. The michelin ltx ms2 is a premium light truck tire that offers better snow. Michelin ltx ms2 tires truck allseason tires discount tire. The michelin ltx as is a durable, premium, highway allseason light truck tire designed to meet new vehicle original equipment requirements. Michelin ltx ms2 tires kal tire tires, wheels, and full.
When i bought my 100, it came with michelin ltx on stock 16 rims, but one of the tires had a 1 gash in the tread on the side of the tire. The ltx ms2 performs well in most weather environments including light snow. The cracks appeared to be extremely larger along the shoulder of the tire. Sep 23, 2016 tire dry rot and cracking first noticed in 2015 and has progressed to the point where a tire professional has stated that the tires are no longer safe to drive with on 08312019. Michelin has issued a voluntary recall of defective tires sold to consumers in the. The contact owns a 2003 winnebago itasca equipped with michelin tires, tire line. The new 3d active sipes and optimized contact patch of maxtouch construction combine to deliver 32,000 more kilometers than the competition.
My tires are about 6 years old with less than 25,000 miles, and there are cracks all. Michelin ltx ms tire sidewall tire consumer complaint. Michelin stated that i am 2 months outside on my warranty and they can not do anything about my dry rot cracking losing air pressure issue. Only tire professionals should mount tires and they shouldnever inflate beyond 40 psi to seat the beads.
Michelin operates several tire plants in the united states and has been in the tire business for over 100 years. Severe cracks to them is quote you can spread the crack and. Michelin ltx ms2 page 2 dodge ram forum dodge truck forums. Rated 4 out of 5 by anonymous from very good tire, but cracking. The michelin ltx ms2 tires are available at kal tire. Tire dry rot and cracking first noticed in 2015 and has progressed to the point where a tire professional has stated that the tires are no longer safe to drive with on 08312019.
Same situation a few years later on another set of tires. Michelin offers a full range of tires, including bicycle. It weighs 38 lbs, has a max load of 2469 lbs, a maximum air. I wanted the defender ltx ms2 tires on the new 2019 sprinter i have on order. I have heard they have to be thrown away due to hardening or dry rotting before the tread wears out. Tire name tire description ltx ms2 michelin ltx ms2 p27555r20 111t rbl. The ltx ms2 is michelins highway allseason light truck tire developed to combine long tread life with allseason capabilities for vans, pickups and sport utility vehicles, as well as for commercial vans, shuttles and chassis cab vehicles using light truck tire sizes. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, there was a. Michelin ltx ms2 dry rot honda pilot honda pilot forums. Nov 17, 20 on the other hand the ltx ms2 s on our 4runner are great. They are in california so that shipping cost to alabama may be somewhat high, you need to check the shipping cost from them.
I bought the 26560r18 size for my 2003 toyota 4runner. The ltx ms2 is michelins highway allseason light truck tire developed to combine long tread life with allseason capabilities for vans, pickups and sport utility vehicles, as well as for. Michelin ltx ms2 p27565r18 on a f150 developed cracks in tread. These tires are typically found on such vehicles as commercial light trucks, fullsized heavy duty vans. Tire is a combination of multiple sipes and micropumps with a rubber silica based flexice technology ensure maximum grip exceptional wet traction, with deep circumferential grooves that channel water away. It can also accommodate commercial vans, cabs and shuttles. Michelin tires has issued a voluntary safety recall on several sizes of its. Tire safety group articles, recall notice michelin recalls 1. Michelin issues safety recall for commercial light truck tires 1220. Check out the onroad testing for the michelin ltx ms2 tire. The contact stated that all four tires exhibited cracks on the sidewalls and shoulder area. It looked as though someone took a blade and dug into the tire, but now that others are coming forward with the same problem, i believe its just a case of occasional poor craftsmanship.
The michelin defender ltx ms is the latest generation tire with new and improved performance attributes. The ltx at 2 is michelins onoffroad allterrain light truck tire developed to meet the needs of todays recreational and commercial pickup, van and suv drivers. Michelin ltx ms2 page 2 dodge ram forum dodge truck. Michelin north america michelin ltx ms2 tires cracking. So he called michelin and they agreed to give me 50% credit towards a brand new set. We see this type of cracking on every tire as it gets older i see cracks 10 times worse than this everyday this is just cosmetic dont worry about it they also both said that once a tire is over 7 or 8 years old they would consider replacing them but would always replace before they are 10 years old regardless of miles or tread wear. It is important to keep the sidewalls, inner and outer, dressed with tire goo to prevent cracking.
We see this type of cracking on every tire as it gets older i see cracks 10 times worse than this everyday this is just cosmetic dont worry about it. There is a need for a determination on what size of sidewall and tread cracking. The ltx ms2 is designed to combine a smooth, quiet ride with yearround traction in. Friday, march 15, 2019 by tire rack team ahha, the michelin premier ltx in 27555r19 is an h speed rated tire which is fine for your g55 amg at mph rating. Michelin ltx ms tire safety recalls michelin canada. It weighs 38 lbs, has a max load of 2469 lbs, a maximum air pressure of 51 psi, a tread depth of 11. We deliver your tires fast and free to a nearby, expert installer. On the other hand the ltx ms2s on our 4runner are great. These tires are typically found on such vehicles as commercial light trucks, fullsized heavy duty vans, small rvs and some large pickup trucks. Found small cracks on tread and sidewall because of dry rot.
Looking for a highquality tire that offers an exceptional combination of performance and safety for light trucks and suvs. Mar 22, 2017 michelin north america michelin ltx ms2 tires cracking cracks in tread not warrantied past 6 years 7111 crabb rd, temperance, mi 48182, usa mar 22, 2017. On december, 20, michelin issued a voluntary recall of 1. I considers some others but when it comes down to it this has been by far the best tire i have ever owned. Michelin defender ltx ms lt27565r20 e10pr bsw tires. Michelin ltx ms2 onroad highway tires offer an exceptional combination of. Jul 16, 2019 michelin ltx ms xl p23575r15 on 93 explorer xl. Rear passenger tire failure crack between tread at approx 30 mph.
There is a need for a determination on what size of sidewall and tread cracking that will cause a safety risk and when a manufacturer should recall and replace for. Tire safety group articles, recall notice michelin recalls 100,000 in north america michelin recalls 100,000 in north america on july 12, 20, michelin issued a voluntary recall of defective tires sold to consumers in the united states, canada, and mexico. From a professional point of view i think this tire should really be ranked 2nd instead of 4th. Mine were cracking as well so i went by a tire store i do business with and the salesman agreed that shouldnt be happening, even though he said it is farly common on. Michelin ltx ms2 onroad highway tires offer an exceptional combination of performances for light trucks and suvs. The michelin premier as the ltx is the suv version is the top rated grand touring tire, the michelin primacy mxm4 is an original equipment tire with older technology and not as good at. Michelin ltx ms2 onroad highway tires offer an exceptional. New silica tread compounds and better lateral water evacuation to help you stop 2. Series of sidewall cracks about 8 long appeared in front right tire, approx 58 from rim, with the longest crack about 4 long and 0.
The vehicle was taken to an auto tire center for inspection. One of their most popular tires is the pilot sport 4s, a summer tire that isnt designed for those chilly winter months but delivers on the road or the track. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, there was a vibration in the rear passenger duty tiresthe vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where it was confirmed that the tire blew out. Discount replaced two of the tires under the warranty with ltx ms2. It provides a quiet, smooth ride and excellent traction capabilities. Ps they dont have ltx ms 2, ask them if they are going to have it in stock soon. It also has a 70,000 mile tread life warranty for all. Michelin defender ltx ms all season radial tire26575r16 116t by michelin only 20 left in stock order soon. Product michelin defender ltx ms highway tire 22565r17 102h. In our lab tests, tire models like the defender ltx ms are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. The michelin premier as the ltx is the suv version is the top rated grand touring tire, the michelin primacy mxm4 is an original equipment tire with older technology and not as good at wet traction.
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