# The IIHS's new crash test challenges several popular SUVs

> The IIHS's new crash test places the Nissan Kicks at the top thanks to rear seat belt modifications, while the Audi Q3, Toyota RAV4 and Chevrolet Trailblazer fall short.

**In brief**: Recalls and safety event (severity: low) involving Nissan, Audi, Toyota and 1 more, in États-Unis, first detected on 31 October 2026 at 16:00. Reported by 2 sources (2 articles), last updated on 31 October 2026 at 20:05.

- Category: Recalls and safety
- Severity: Low
- Countries: États-Unis
- Brands: Nissan, Audi, Toyota, Chevrolet
- First detected: 31 October 2026 at 16:00
- Updated: 31 October 2026 at 20:05
- Web page: https://mecapress.com/events/301-the-iihs-s-new-crash-test-challenges-several-popular-suvs

## Sources (2 articles)

- [IIHS'in yeni çarpışma testi popüler SUV'lerin sınırını zorluyor](https://tr.motor1.com/news/813959/iihs-yeni-test-kicks-iyi/) — Motor1.com, 31 October 2026 at 16:00
- [2026 Audi Q3 And Toyota RAV4 PHEV Underperform In IIHS Updated Moderate Overlap Crash Test](https://www.jalopnik.com/2300434/audi-q3-and-toyota-rav4-underperform-in-updated-iihs-test/) — jalopnik.com, 31 October 2026 at 20:05

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