2023 Vinfast Vf 8 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (8) · Vehicle Speed Control (4) · Power Train (3)
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Safety recalls (4)
Lane Departure: Lane Keep: Automatic Steering 2025-08-28 · campaign 25V559000 · 6,314 vehicles
Defect: VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VF8 vehicles. The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) may activate during wide turns, causing unexpected steering wheel movements that are difficult for the driver to override.
Risk: A steering wheel that moves unexpectedly may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: VinFast will update the ADAS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600.
Air Bags 2024-12-17 · campaign 24V933000 · 4,888 vehicles
Defect: VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VF8 vehicles. The center air bag mounted in the driver's seat may deploy improperly during a side impact crash and strike the driver's arm.
Risk: An air bag that strikes the driver increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the center air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600.
Air Bags 2024-05-24 · campaign 24V369000 · 225 vehicles
Defect: VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VF8 vehicles. Inactive ignitors may have been installed in the air bags.
Risk: Inactive ignitors can prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: VinFast will replace the air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2024. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600. VinFast's number for this recall is VPAC-291.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2023-05-18 · campaign 23V355000 · 999 vehicles
Defect: VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023 VF8 vehicles. A software error may cause the multifunction head unit (MHU) display to go blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: A blank MHU display will not show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: VinFast will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600. VinFast's number for this recall is VPAC-74.
Service bulletins (3)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System 2023-06-07 · 8-23-GL-00-003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
battery chiller o-ring replacement & ac compressor oil addition.
Electrical System:wiring 2023-06-07 · 8-23-GL-00-005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
active grille shutter [ags] pigtail wiring harness rework.
Equipment 2023-06-07 · 8-23-NA-35-004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
rework on coolant hoses for cabin cooling performance increase.
What owners report
2026-07-17 · Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal · 7,000 mi · 💥 crash“the contact owns a 2023 vinfast vf8. the contact stated that while reversing into a parking lot, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. the contact stated that while reversing, there was no warning light illuminated or safety features activated, causing the vehicle to crash into two other vehicles. the rear end of the vehicle was damaged. the vehicl…”
2026-05-19 · Wheels“the vehicle exhibits a severe, structural inability to retain its factory suspension and steering alignment specifications under normal driving conditions, creating a severe tire blowout and safety hazard. at approximately 8,400 miles (january 2025), the dealership documented that the alignment was heavily out of specification. at approximately 9,…”
2026-04-28 · Wheels“car steering veered to left. car died would not start again. info center and 12v battery died and stopped working. was unable to restart unsafe vehicle. …”
2026-04-02 · Lane Departure“see attached document for complaint. i am writing to file a formal complaint regarding serious delays and lack of communication surro ding a safety recall repair for my vinfast vehicle. i received an important safety recall notice from vinfast auto llc regarding recall notice vpac 379 / nhtsa recall no. 25v559, involving a software update to addre…”
2026-03-02 · Power Train“while driving at approximately 8:00 am in active traffic, the vehicle suddenly would not accelerate beyond approximately 20 mph. warning messages appeared on the dashboard stating “electric motor power reduced” and “driver monitoring system inoperative.” the vehicle lost normal propulsion power without warning. this occurred in the middle of the r…”
2025-11-21 · Lane Departure“see attached document for complaint.…”
2025-11-05 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · 5 mi“the contact leased a 2023 vinfast vf 8. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 25v559000 (lane departure). the contact stated that while making a turn, the vehicle jerked, and the steering wheel unexpectedly became difficult to turn. in addition, the vehicle made wide turns. no warning lights were illuminated. the contact state…”
2025-09-08 · Power Train“the contact owns a 2023 vinfast vf8. the contact stated that while his wife was driving 30 mph, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and came to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and the vehicle was repaired but the contac…”
2025-08-04 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control“the 12v battery when car was purchased was defective. this caused the car to suddenly die. as per the sales manager where car was purchased heat disables the car from running properly.…”
2025-04-16 · Suspension“i have had nothing but brake and suspension problems with my 2023 vinfast vf8. the vehicle has been to the dealer on three occasions because of brake and suspension noises which prompted the dealer to replace the entire suspension system. however, my concern is with the vehicle's brakes. under low speed turning with no brakes applied, the vehicle m…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.