NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 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 2026 Toyota Crown earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, a strong 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 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.
- 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 20839
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.