NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Safety Ratings
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander scores 88 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 achieves a 5-star overall rating from NHTSA, contributing to its Strong band placement in the NHTSA Safety Index with a score of 88/100. Its crash-avoidance technology also received a perfect 10/10 score. This model year demonstrates a robust safety profile, particularly in its integral active and passive safety systems.
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD received a 5-star overall crash rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 88/100, sourced entirely from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
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 ranks 86 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 88 / 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 | 86 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The 2025 model year marks a sharp upward turn for the Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD in MotorCaliber's safety scoring. The Safety Index climbed 12 points to 88/100 from the 2024 model year's 76/100, moving the vehicle from the Average band into the Strong band. That gain is anchored by a near-perfect crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 and a perfect 10 out of 10 on crash-avoidance technology, reflecting standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across the lineup. The defect record sub-score of 17 out of 20 reflects the three active recall campaigns, none of which triggered a stop-drive or park-outside advisory based on available data. The 52 owner-reported complaints carry no allegations of crash, fire, injury, or death, which keeps the complaint picture relatively contained for a vehicle this size. The 17 percent rollover risk and the no-tip dynamic result are consistent with a well-managed AWD platform. Taken together, this model year's numbers represent the strongest safety profile this nameplate has posted in MotorCaliber's index.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Side impact protection proved particularly robust, earning a full 5-star rating. Both frontal crash protection and rollover prevention were assessed at 4 out of 5 stars. The vehicle's rollover risk is measured at 17 percent, with the dynamic tip-test showing no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20289
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 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover this model year. One addresses equipment labels across a broad Toyota lineup. A second targets back-over prevention display function affecting 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. A third involves the electrical system instrument cluster panel on select 2023-2025 Toyota models. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the provided data.
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?
Owners have submitted 52 unverified allegations to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown or Other (16 reports), Power Train (11), Structure (7), Engine (6), Fuel/Propulsion System (5), and Forward Collision Avoidance (3). No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged.
52 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The 2025 Grand Highlander enters the market with three active recall campaigns. Shoppers considering this model year are advised to verify, via VIN lookup, that all necessary recall remedies have been completed by an authorized dealer.
- The Safety Index jumped 12 points year over year, from 76/100 in 2024 to 88/100 in 2025, the largest single-year gain recorded for this nameplate in MotorCaliber's index.
- Three separate recall campaigns are active on 2025 Grand Highlander units, covering equipment labels, back-over prevention display function, and the electrical system instrument cluster panel.
- NHTSA's dynamic rollover tip test returned a no-tip result with a measured rollover risk of 17 percent, contributing to the vehicle's 5-star overall and 4-star rollover sub-scores.
- Forward Collision Avoidance ranks among the top reported complaint components with 3 unverified allegations, a detail worth monitoring given the system's role in the perfect 10/10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander places
The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Toyota Grand Highlander safety questions
Was the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 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 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander 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 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander. 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?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 52 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander. 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.
Other Grand Highlander years
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 20289), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Grand Highlander 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 86 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.