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Toyota Tundra Hybrid Safety
NHTSA safety across every Toyota Tundra Hybrid model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Toyota Tundra Hybrid we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 95 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The 2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid has not been rated by NHTSA. As a result, this publication cannot assign a Safety Index score for the model. No recalls have been issued for this vehicle, and NHTSA has not registered any owner complaints. Without crash-test results, rollover ratings, or other data, we cannot assess the 2026 Tundra Hybrid's safety performance.
The 2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid enters the market with an objectively strong federal safety profile. It earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. Crash-test results from NHTSA further support this assessment, with the 2026 model achieving a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side impact testing. Rollover protection registered 4 out of 5 stars, a typical outcome for vehicles in this class. Only 1 recall has been issued for the 2026 model year, a modest total for a new vehicle. Owner complaints number just 2 across the covered period, with 1 allegation of injury reported. These are unverified allegations; no firm conclusions can be drawn from such a small sample. Shoppers should monitor the recall and complaint record as real-world fleet hours accumulate.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Tundra Hybrid as a well-refined full-size truck with a composed, comfortable ride and a cabin that has moved upmarket in terms of materials and technology. Driving dynamics are described as smooth for the segment, and the hybrid powertrain is noted for delivering strong low-end response. Most reviewers position it as a premium choice that justifies its placement near the top of the full-size pickup segment.
- The 2026 Tundra Hybrid earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band, one of the strongest results available in the full-size truck segment.
- Frontal and side crash-test scores are both 5 out of 5 stars, but rollover protection comes in at 4 out of 5 stars, a figure shoppers who frequently carry tall loads or drive on uneven terrain should weigh carefully.
- Only 1 recall has been recorded for the 2026 model year covered here. Buyers should verify whether any open recalls apply to a specific vehicle they are considering by checking the NHTSA recall database using the VIN.
- Owner complaints are very limited at just 2 total, including 1 unverified allegation of injury and 0 reports of crashes or fires. Because the 2026 model is new to market, this complaint record will grow over time and should be re-checked closer to purchase.
Most-recalled year on record: 2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid with 1 recalls.