Michelin Primacy MXV4 Review.

[FLHX]

I am having terrible noise problems with mine on my 2008 XT wagon. They are properly balanced and I am running recommended pressure. When dring the car from inside it sounds like I'm driving a 4x4 with huge knobby tires on it. Looking at the tires they look fine with no cupping and a nice even pattern on them. i have about 8000 mi on them and they were rotated once. Any one have any ideas as to why so much noise?

[AWDFTW]

No clue. They are very quiet on my 03 on my folks 06 XT.

[plain OM]

When dring the car from inside it sounds like I'm driving a 4x4 with huge knobby tires on it.

The "knobby tires" or "winter tire" tread sound can also be from a wheel bearing. I had a low growl, or purring sound which I had attributed for a long time to the oem Bridgestone RE92s. But I always found it strange, as the car was much quieter when new. Eventually had the dealer mechanic check it out about a month ago and the LR hub was the culprit.

The hubs are covered by the 5yr/60k miles warranty, so if you're still in there, have it checked.

Here's a recent thread on the topic: Wheel Bearing gone at 23,000 miles??

[FLHX]

Thanks for that info. I guess a trip to the dealer is in hand. Only have 40k on the car. I hope thats what the problem is cause the noise is quite annoying and I hope the dealer in competent enough to diagnose it instead of telling me my new tires are bad .

[fuel98rider]

Originally Posted by FLHX

I am having terrible noise problems with mine on my 2008 XT wagon. They are properly balanced and I am running recommended pressure. When dring the car from inside it sounds like I'm driving a 4x4 with huge knobby tires on it. Looking at the tires they look fine with no cupping and a nice even pattern on them. i have about 8000 mi on them and they were rotated once. Any one have any ideas as to why so much noise?

Not sure about this being tire noise. I have 25k on mine and they are still as quiet as the day I put them on.

[FLHX]

Thanks for your help guys. I dropped off my car on Thursday and they replaced the LR hub/bearing assembly under warranty and the car is as quiet as the day I got it. Just pissed I waited so long to bring it in

[ghawk]

I am convinced; I'll be getting the Michelins! I have '09 (was CPO in November '09 with 4500 miles). The first winter/year, I did not drive my normal, for a variety of reasons, and have 26K now. The Potenzas are the worst tires I ever remember in my half century of driving many different vehicles. I will never endorse them. I feel they will not have adequate tread to pass the inspection soon, but my inspection month is October.
I have been attempting research for all-seasons. I saw them in BJ's Warehouse for $125 plus $15 for mounting, on a busy Sunday with one person working at an installation. I'll check out some other place including nearby Tire Warehouse.

Thanks for all the comments posted here.

[AWDFTW]

15,000 mile update:

Wear is still great so far, I'm guessing 8/32 or so...very minor. Looking forward to seeing them perform this winter. Dry and wet traction are still superb. Still keeping them 32-35F/30-33R in pressure.

[ghawk]

I did buy them at a local tire business, and made the $70 rebate program - Michelin mailed a gift card. I am very happy with them, both dry & wet conditions. Had a little snow but not enough to make determination. Only added 3K miles.
Tire installer suggested pressure that's on the door panel!

[AWDFTW]

Current miles on tires: 20,000 or so.

No significant changes to report. Tread wear is quite good, little past due for a rotation.

Still a great highway tire. Winter was mild this year, so they saw very little snow. Dealt fine with everything but icy slush, same as ever.