Recall 23V-355: 2023 VinFast VF 8

VinFast Auto, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 18, 2023, covering about 999 vehicles.

NHTSA number
23V-355
Report date
May 18, 2023
Vehicles affected
999
Owners notified
Jun 1, 2023

The problem

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."

The 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.

The 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVinFast Auto, LLC
ComponentElectrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V355000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
VinFast VF 82023All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 23V-355?

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."

How is recall 23V-355 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.