MODEL
Toyota Crown
NHTSA safety across every Toyota Crown model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the Toyota Crown we cover (2023 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 93 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2026 at 87. 11 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Toyota Crown is a bold re-entry into the midsize sedan space, revived after a long absence from the US market and aimed squarely at buyers who want something more distinctive than a Camry but still rooted in Toyota's reputation for sensible engineering. Offered as a standard sedan with an available hybrid powertrain, the Crown targets style-conscious commuters and family buyers who refuse to settle for anonymous transportation.
The Toyota Crown puts up a genuinely strong safety argument across the 2023 to 2025 model years we cover at MotorCaliber. Its best NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100 in the 2024 model year lands it in the Exceptional band, which is a meaningful achievement in a competitive segment. The underlying crash-test results back that score up: a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side impact testing in its best year, with a solid 4 out of 5 in rollover protection. That rollover score is worth noting for a sedan riding on a relatively tall platform, and shoppers should keep it in mind. The picture gets more complicated when you look at recalls. Ten recalls across just three model years is a higher-than-ideal figure, and it is something any serious shopper should investigate before signing. We always recommend checking the NHTSA recall database by VIN before purchase to confirm any open recalls have been addressed. On the complaint side, 35 owner complaints have been filed across covered years, including 4 crash allegations and 2 injury allegations. These are unverified allegations, not confirmed findings, but the presence of crash-related complaints deserves attention. The Crown earns real respect for its crash-test performance, but the recall volume tempers what would otherwise be a near-flawless safety profile. Verify recall status and scrutinize complaint details before buying.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Toyota Crown as a genuinely fresh and confident take on the midsize sedan formula, praising its distinctive styling and composed driving character. Most agree it offers a more premium feel than the Camry it sits above, though some note that its elevated ride height and unconventional proportions give it a crossover-like personality that will not appeal to every traditional sedan buyer.
- The 2024 Crown earned a 93 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band, with 5-star frontal and side crash ratings supporting that score.
- Ten recalls across the 2023 to 2025 model years is a notable figure for a recently relaunched model. Always run a VIN check on NHTSA's database to confirm all open recalls have been remedied before purchase.
- The Crown's rollover rating of 4 out of 5 stars is respectable but not perfect, which is worth factoring in given the model's taller-than-typical sedan stance.
- Owner complaints include 4 crash allegations and 2 injury allegations across covered years. These are unverified, but shoppers should review the full complaint details on NHTSA's site to understand the nature of those reports.
Most-recalled year on record: 2023 Toyota Crown with 4 recalls.