2017 Toyota Land Cruiser Safety Report

The 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser exhibits a remarkably low number of safety complaints, with only 4 total reported to NHTSA. There have been no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths associated with these complaints. The primary safety concern revolves around a single recall (NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V887000) related to the AIR BAGS and SEAT BELTS. This recall addresses a potential issue where the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break, leading to deactivated airbags and an increased risk of injury in a crash. Two of the four complaints directly reference this recall, indicating consumer frustration with repair delays and the inability to safely transport front-seat passengers. Despite the recall, the overall safety picture for the 2017 Land Cruiser appears strong due to the extremely low complaint volume. The most common complaint patterns are directly linked to the airbag/seat belt recall, with 'AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS' accounting for 2 complaints and 'AIR BAGS' for 1. Another complaint mentions 'SEATS' regarding a programmable full recline of the driver's seat, which is a minor issue compared to the airbag concern. NHTSA has not provided specific crash test ratings (Overall, Frontal, Side, Rollover) for the 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser, which is common for lower-volume luxury SUVs. Therefore, direct crash test performance data is unavailable. However, the absence of crash-related complaints is a positive indicator. The recall, while significant, is a known issue with a manufacturer-issued remedy, albeit with reported delays in parts availability. In summary, the 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser demonstrates a very low incidence of safety-related complaints, with the primary concern being the airbag/seat belt recall. While crash test data is absent, the lack of reported crashes, injuries, or fatalities in the complaint data suggests a robust safety record outside of the specific recall issue.

Our recommendation: Given the extremely low complaint volume, the 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser appears reliable, but ensure the critical airbag/seat belt recall (18V887000) has been completed before purchase.