2023 Vinfast VF 8
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 40
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Lane departure
Campaigns on file for 2023
Opened by NHTSA
53% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 40 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 18 |
| 2025 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Lane departure
53% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing assist and warning.
Forward collision avoidance
33% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.
Steering
30% · 12 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2023 VINFAST VF 8.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-29
Electrical system
25% · 10 reportsVehicle speed control
13% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2023 Vinfast VF8. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking lot, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-17
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-06-01Electrical system23V355000 VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023 VF8 vehicles. A software error may cause the multifunction head unit (MHU) display to go blank.
Remedy: 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.
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2024-06-21Air bags24V369000 VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VF8 vehicles. Inactive ignitors may have been installed in the air bags.
Remedy: 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.
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2024-09-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-10-21 Lane Keep Assist System
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2025-01-23Air bags24V933000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2025-10-27Lane departure25V559000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Vinfast VF 8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Lane departure: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 12 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V355000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V369000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V933000 · Air bags
- Recall 25V559000 · Lane departure
FAQ
- Is the 2023 Vinfast VF 8 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Vinfast VF 8?
- The most-reported component is lane departure, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Vinfast VF 8 have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.