Toyota RAV4 NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Toyota RAV4 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Toyota RAV4 at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Toyota RAV4 Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 165 |
| 2024 | 2024 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 165 |
| 2023 | 2023 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 145 |
| 2023 | 2023 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 145 |
| 2022 | 2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 135 |
| 2022 | 2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 135 |
| 2021 | 2021 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 380 |
| 2021 | 2021 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 380 |
| 2018 | 2018 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 330 |
| 2017 | 2017 Toyota Rav4 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 303 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Toyota RAV4 Safety FAQ
Is the Toyota RAV4 a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Toyota RAV4 an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Toyota RAV4?
The Toyota RAV4 scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.5%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Toyota RAV4 have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Toyota RAV4 as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.