NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Toyota RAV4 Safety Ratings
The 2025 Toyota RAV4 scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 68 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
Crash protection and standard avoidance technology combine to give the 2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV a strong safety standing, earning an 83/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index. This represents a one-point gain over the 2024 model year. However, three active recall campaigns temper this otherwise solid picture.
The 2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV earned a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Toyota RAV4 ranks 131 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13.3% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 68 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 131 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
The 2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV represents a modest but measurable step forward in MotorCaliber's Safety Index, moving from 82 to 83 out of 100 and holding the Strong band for a second consecutive year. The gain is incremental rather than dramatic, and examining the sub-scores explains why. Crash protection contributes 61 of a possible 70 points, anchored by a 5-star overall NHTSA rating and a perfect 5-star side score. Avoidance technology earns a full 10 out of 10, reflecting standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across the trim range. The defect record sub-score of 11.75 out of 20 is the limiting factor this year, pulled down by three active recall campaigns. The seat bracket fastener recall is the most safety-critical of the three, targeting structural integrity of the front seat mounting. The instrument cluster campaign spans a wide multi-model range but directly affects this RAV4. The backup camera display recall adds a third open action. Together, these campaigns are the defining safety story for this specific model year and distinguish the 2025 from the 2024 in ways that raw star ratings alone do not capture.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Toyota RAV4 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV achieved an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side protection registered a perfect 5-star score. Frontal crash protection and rollover resistance each earned 4 stars, with the latter showing a 13 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" result in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20263
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns affect the 2025 RAV4. The most serious involves front seat bracket fasteners that may compromise seat rail integrity. A second campaign addresses a backup camera display function issue. A third covers the instrument cluster and panel on select 2023-2025 Toyota models including this RAV4. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available data, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V256000
Risk: Improperly welded seat brackets can prevent the seat from adequately restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat bracket welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB09 and 26TA09.
Reported 2026-04-22
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 RAV4?
NHTSA has received 68 unverified owner complaints for the 2025 RAV4, including alleged reports of 7 crashes and 7 injuries. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown or Other issues (18 reports), Electrical System (13), and Engine (9). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established findings.
68 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
The 2025 RAV4's recall record warrants careful attention from prospective buyers. All three recall campaigns for this model year may still require remedies, depending on an individual vehicle's service history. Before acquisition, buyers should verify the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool and secure written confirmation that all applicable recall repairs have been completed.
- The 2025 RAV4 carries three active NHTSA recall campaigns, including a front seat bracket fastener recall that directly affects occupant restraint integrity in a crash.
- The defect record sub-score of 11.75 out of 20 is the weakest component of the 83-point Safety Index this year, reflecting the weight of those three recall actions on the overall score.
- NHTSA has logged 68 unverified complaints for this model year, with Electrical System allegations (13 reports) and Engine allegations (9 reports) ranking among the most frequently cited components after the catch-all Unknown or Other category.
- The 2025 model year gained one Safety Index point over the 2024 RAV4, driven primarily by consistent crash protection scores, but the three open recalls mean the defect record component has room to improve as remedies are completed.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Toyota RAV4 places
The 2025 Toyota RAV4 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Toyota RAV4 safety questions
Was the 2025 Toyota RAV4 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Toyota RAV4, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 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 RAV4 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Toyota RAV4 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 13.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota RAV4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Toyota RAV4. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 68 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Toyota RAV4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other RAV4 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 20263), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota RAV4 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 131 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.