2023 Vinfast VF 8
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2023 Vinfast VF 8 has 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.3x the segment average of 26. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (35% of all complaints), specifically: when in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. as soon as any of the above goes away they come back. this in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.. There is 1 recall issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
85
Total Complaints
1
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
3.3x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
30 complaints- • When in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. As soon as any of the above goes away they come back. This in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.
- • When in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. As soon as any of the above goes away they come back. This in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.
- • When in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. As soon as any of the above goes away they come back. This in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.
“When in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. As soon as any of the above goes away they come back. This in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (1)
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.
Charging Cost Calculator for 2023 Vinfast VF 8
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Vinfast VF 8
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Vinfast New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
One of the longest new-vehicle warranties in the US market. All coverages are 10 years / 125,000 miles.
EV Incentives for 2023 Vinfast VF 8
Updated 2026-07Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30
Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.
Historic eligibility: 2023 Vinfast VF 8 vehicles purchased on or before September 30, 2025 may still qualify for the federal credit on the 2025 tax return. Check with a tax professional for your specific vehicle's eligibility.
State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)
Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 85 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: When in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. As soon as any of the above goes away they come back. This in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐STEERING: At early morning 6am, the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems malfunction cant detect the lane on the highway. while traveling the car suddenly steering randomly and almost cause a accident twice, before i have time to turn off the system.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: Driving 80+ car suddenly loses power . Says electrical system fault and coolant fault. Stranded on freeway in fast lane. Takes 9 resets and 1hr before car goes back to nirmal
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SPEED CONTROL: I was driving on the highway 87 California from the south to the north. After I changed to the furthest left lane and stay within the lane completely. I started to turn on ADAS system, as I was adjusting the desired speed, I felt the car was speeding up too much to reach my speed set up, so I decide
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Vinfast dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Vinfast VF 8 — Year Comparison
How does 2023 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 85
- Recalls
- 1
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 1
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 26
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