NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Toyota Crown
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
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 2023 Toyota Crown earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 4 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers 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.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18624
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION25V744000
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Reported 2025-10-30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V595000
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's cus
Reported 2025-09-11
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V548000
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
Reported 2024-07-23
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V442000
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview and frontview cameras as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB08 and 24TA08.
Reported 2024-06-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
18 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.