NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) tests vehicles in frontal impact, side impact, and rollover scenarios. Star ratings reflect occupant protection. Pick a year and model to see scores and active-safety equipment.
Frequently asked questions
What are NHTSA safety ratings?
NHTSA safety ratings are 1-to-5-star scores from the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), rating a vehicle's occupant protection in frontal-impact, side-impact, and rollover crash tests. Five stars is the highest. VinCheck shows them free by year, make, and model.
How do I check a car's crash test rating?
Pick the year, make, and model on VinCheck's safety-ratings tool to see the free NHTSA 5-star scores for frontal, side, and rollover tests, plus active-safety equipment like electronic stability control and forward-collision warning.