What is the exact model name and number of the OEM Michelin tires that will fit my 2009 LS460 AWD? I don't think they used Michelin in 2009, but I think they are now. My edge wear on the my PILOT SPORT A/S is getting worse and I am going to try to get Michelin to exchange them for whatever is Lexus is putting on now, if possible. Thanks!

 

Pilot HX MXM4 235/50/R18

Went through the same thing as you late last summer (FWIW) but for a different reason. Pilot Sports rode like crap and made the car pull like crazy - never buying that model again.

 

Did you get Michelin to fess up, or did you just suck it up? And thanks for that info!

 

Michelin came through after I called them to open a case AND the Parts Manager at the Lexus dealership called them.

However, these tires were practically new. Michelin has a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, and my point to them is that the only reason we were outside the 30-day period was a result of all the attempts to try to make the ride right before realizing these tires were the issue. That's how I got the OEM Michelins.

 

Very good information. Thank you.

 

If they make the size for the AWD, take a look at the Michelin Primacy MXM4 - great tires and highly rated on Tire Rack.

 

Yeah, but so are the problematic tires I have now!

 

I hear you, but there's one caveat: the Pilot Sport Plus tires are in a different category: ultra high performance all-season. The Primacy model is in the same category as the HX. It's also a moot point because it's unavailable for our size (I had looked), though I might get them for my OEM 19" wheels when I put them on this Spring.

 

It's not clear now...so which tires ARE available in our size?

 

I had 4 Michelin Energy Saver A/S installed on my 2007. Great tire so far. You will have to check and see if they make them in your size...

 

Of the ones that people mention the most here, pretty much all are available, except the Primacy. Tirerack is ultimately the safest bet, but that's my recollection from searching before.

The Energy Saver tire that Craig has is most definitely available in 235 50 18.

 

The Pilot HX MXM4 only has a 300 wear rating. My experience in Pittsburgh is that tires last half of that number divided times 100. That would merely be 15,000 miles.

Doesn't anyone make a REAL tire for this car that will last a reasonable 30,000 - 35,000 miles?

 

I have the Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 235/50-18

They are are a runflat (ZP) tire.

I've got 15,000 miles and they are worn past the wear bars on the inside edges... each tire... is this normal?

 

Is the Pilot HX MXM4 235/50/R18 only made for awd?

 

I had heard the primacy was quieter? Any thoughts