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, an 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.