2025 VinFast VF 8 recalls and problems

The 2025 VinFast VF 8 has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any VinFast dealer.

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2025 VinFast VF 8 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 VinFast VF 8 recalls

Recall 25V-559: Lane Departure

Reported Aug 28, 2025 · 6,314 vehicles affected · VinFast Auto, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 24V-933: Air Bags

Reported Dec 17, 2024 · 4,888 vehicles affected · VinFast Auto, LLC

Problem: 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.

2025 VinFast VF 8 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	3
Lane Departure	3
Steering	2
Suspension	1
Unknown or Other	1
Air Bags	1
Seat Belts	1
Forward Collision Avoidance	1

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Module › Accessory — 1
Lane Departure › Assist — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 VinFast VF 8 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Oct 20, 2026

Car suddenly went into limp mode and airbag failure warning, collision warning, and seatbelt warnings went off. Car slowed to 1 mph on a busy highway almost instantly. We could have been hit from behind and had to struggle to get the car to the shoulder from the center lane. Warnings appeared seconds before the limp mode activation. We had the car towed to Vinfast Orlando, and after a 10 day repair they had the airbag replaced, and the seatbelt sensor replaced. After picking the car up and taking it home, on the next trip all the sensors went off again and the car is saying to have the car…

Steering · reported Feb 2, 2026

For approximately two weeks, this vehicle exhibited intermittent, uncommanded steering wheel "tugs" and erratic Lane Keeping Assist behavior. During a U-turn on 1/25/2026, the vehicle struck a curb. While I cannot definitively isolate driver input from system input during the maneuver, the vehicle immediately entered a "fail-safe" state, triggering a cascade of specific error codes: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Fault, Front AEB Unavailable, Highway Assist Inoperative, and Intelligent Speed Adaptation Inoperative. These errors are directly tied to the ADAS/ADCU systems currently under…

Electrical System · at 1 miles · reported Dec 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2025 Vinfast VF8. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the cruise control and steering assist feature did not function as intended. The contact stated that the steering wheel independently steered into an unintended direction. The contact stated that the failure almost caused a crash. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice. In addition, the contact stated that the last failure was scary, and the vehicle had been parked since then. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V559000 (Lane Departure). The…

Lane Departure · reported Nov 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2025 Vinfast VF8. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V559000 (Lane Departure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was unable to locate an authorized service center. The contact was also unable to contact the manufacturer for assistance in locating an authorized service center. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool search not available.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 VinFast VF 8 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 VinFast VF 8: 25V-559 (lane departure), 24V-933 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 VinFast VF 8?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by lane departure (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1 miles.

Are VinFast recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized VinFast dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.