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NHTSA crash test of the 2025 Nissan Ariya

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2025 Nissan Ariya

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
7Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE NISSAN ARIYA

The Nissan Ariya is a fully electric midsize SUV targeting tech-forward buyers who want a stylish, zero-emission alternative to mainstream crossovers. Positioned above the Rogue in Nissan's lineup, it competes in a crowded and fast-growing EV segment. With available all-wheel drive and a cabin-focused design philosophy, the Ariya courts commuters and families alike who are ready to make the switch to electric.

VERDICT

The 2025 Nissan Ariya earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Ariya for its refined interior, composed ride, and competitive technology package within the electric SUV segment. Most consider it a strong step forward for Nissan in the EV space, though some note that charging infrastructure and real-world range place it in a competitive but not class-leading position overall.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.9%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20765

Index breakdown

Crash protection65/70
Avoidance tech2/10
Defect record20/20
Forward collision warning: Standard & OptionalLane departure warning: Standard & OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Nissan Ariya at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

7 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 5Unknown Or Other 2Engine 1Structure 1Fuel/Propulsion System 1Exterior Lighting 1

Other Ariya years

Rivals in SUV (2025)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 20765), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Nissan Ariya 2025. Class rank 96 of 153 in SUV 2025. Methodology · Disclosure