NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release Safety Ratings
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release scores 80 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 52 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release achieves an 80/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the "Strong" safety band. However, three active recalls and a limited suite of advanced crash-avoidance technologies prevent this model from achieving an even higher safety distinction.
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release received a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100 and an overall five-star crash-test rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release ranks 141 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 80 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.4% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 52 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 141 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release?
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release earns a "Strong" 80/100 Safety Index score in its MotorCaliber debut. This score is largely driven by robust crash protection, which accounts for 61 of a possible 70 points. The vehicle achieved a no-tip dynamic rollover result, indicating strong structural integrity. Its defect record contributed 17 of 20 points, a solid performance despite three active recall campaigns. A significant concern, however, is the crash-avoidance technology, scoring only 2 out of 10. The 2025 Grand Highlander Later Release does not include forward collision warning or lane departure warning as standard equipment, which directly impacts this sub-score. Electronic stability control is standard, providing the sole active-safety credit in this category. For a large SUV in today's market, the omission of these two warning systems presents a notable gap in its safety offering, one that consumers should consider against its otherwise strong passive safety performance.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release achieved a perfect five out of five stars in the side-crash test, contributing to its overall five-star rating from NHTSA. While strong in side impact, the vehicle's frontal and rollover protection were each rated at four out of five stars. The Grand Highlander Later Release carries a 17 percent rollover risk, with the dynamic tip test indicating a no-tip result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20864
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover this vehicle. The first involves an electrical system fault in the instrument cluster and panel. The second addresses a back-over prevention issue tied to rearview display function across a broad range of Toyota and Lexus models. The third concerns equipment labels. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data for this vehicle.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS26V179000
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.
Reported 2026-03-24
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release?
Owners have filed 52 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are Unknown or Other (16 reports), Power Train (11), and Structure (7). Reported complaints include zero crashes, zero fires, zero injuries, and zero deaths. All figures are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
52 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release?
Three open recall campaigns mean any prospective buyer of this one-year-old vehicle should immediately check its VIN with NHTSA's lookup tool. Unresolved recall repairs transfer with ownership, placing the responsibility for scheduling any outstanding work on the new owner.
- The 2025 Later Release configuration carries three active NHTSA recall campaigns covering an instrument cluster electrical fault, a rearview display back-over prevention issue, and an equipment labeling problem - VIN-level verification of remedy completion is essential.
- NHTSA awarded this specific model year a five-star overall crash rating, with side protection reaching the maximum five stars and both frontal and rollover protection landing at four stars.
- The avoidance technology sub-score of 2 out of 10 reflects the absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning as standard features on this AWD SUV configuration, a notable gap in the 2025 safety profile.
- Fifty-two unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with Power Train (11 reports) and Structure (7 reports) ranking among the most frequently cited components after the catch-all Unknown or Other category.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release places
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release safety questions
Was the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 52 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20864), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Grand Highlander Later Release 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 141 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.