The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 25 of 40 complaints (63%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Steering include more deaths (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 40
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $850–$950
- Combined MPG
- 80–87
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2025 | vs. 2023 electric vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 850–950 | 1,000–1,050 | |
| Combined MPGe | 80–87 | 73–76 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 82–89 / 78–85 | 73–77 / 69–80 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 40 | 6 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 4 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Vinfast VF 8 have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Vinfast VF 8?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 25 of 40 NHTSA complaints (63%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Vinfast VF 8 get?
EPA rates it 80–87 MPGe combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Vinfast VF 8?
EPA estimates $850–$950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 89 MPGe (high) | 85 MPGe (high) | 87 MPGe (high) | $850 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 82 MPGe (low) | 78 MPGe (low) | 80 MPGe (low) | $950 (high) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING
- 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.
- Consequence
- A steering wheel that moves unexpectedly may increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
AIR BAGS
- 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.
- Consequence
- An air bag that strikes the driver increases the risk of injury.
- 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.
AIR BAGS
- Defect
- VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VF8 vehicles. Inactive ignitors may have been installed in the air bags.
- Consequence
- Inactive ignitors can prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- 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.