Recall 24V933 affects 4,888 2023-2025 Vinfast Vf 8 vehicles for improper center air bag deployment. Repair is free at any franchised Vinfast dealer.
Vinfast is recalling 4,888 2023-2025 Vf 8 vehicles because the center air bag in the driver's seat can deploy improperly in a side impact crash and strike the driver's arm. An air bag that strikes the driver increases injury risk, and Vinfast dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver side center airbag in the 2023-2025 Vinfast Vf 8 is mounted in the driver's seat. In a side impact crash, it is supposed to inflate along a controlled path and add a cushion near the driver. That path matters because the airbag moves with force in a tight space beside the driver's body.
On affected Vf 8 vehicles, the center airbag was designed with a cushion shape and inflation angle that sends it through the wrong area during deployment. Instead of clearing the driver's arm, the deploying airbag can contact and strike the arm. Vinfast's redesigned airbag changes the cushion shape, folding dimension, and deployment angle so the inflation path avoids that contact.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not notice this problem in normal driving because it appears only when the center airbag deploys in a side impact crash.
Who's affected?
The air bag issue spans 3 model years of the same Vf 8 SUV, with the driver-side center air bag listed as the affected part.
| 2023 Vinfast Vf 8 | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2024 Vinfast Vf 8 | air bag system |
| 2025 Vinfast Vf 8 | air bag system |
| Units affected | 4,888 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
If the center air bag deploys incorrectly and strikes the driver, the impact increases the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Vinfast dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Vinfast Vf 8 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Vinfast dealer to schedule the free center air bag replacement that fixes the improper side-impact deployment risk.
- Bring the owner letter Vinfast mailed on January 23, 2025, or reference recall number 24V933 when you call.
- Avoid delaying the repair once your VIN is confirmed; an improperly deploying center air bag increases injury risk in a side-impact crash.
- Call Vinfast customer service at 1-833-503-0600 if the dealer needs help locating the recall.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Vinfast technician replaces the center air bag mounted in the driver's seat. The replacement parts and labor are covered under the recall, so there is no charge for the repair. Because all affected vehicles are still under warranty, Vinfast is not offering a separate reimbursement program for this campaign. If you already have repair paperwork for the center air bag, ask the service desk how the existing warranty applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 17, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| January 17, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 20, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 23, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V933?
Recall 24V933 covers 4,888 2023-2025 Vinfast Vf 8 vehicles with a center air bag mounted in the driver's seat. During a side-impact crash, the air bag can deploy improperly and strike the driver's arm, increasing injury risk. Vinfast dealers will replace the center air bag for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Vinfast Vf 8 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 24V933. If it is, contact a franchised Vinfast dealer to schedule the center air bag replacement. Reference recall number 24V933 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Vinfast will replace the center air bag free of charge at a franchised Vinfast dealer. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
Is it safe to drive my Vinfast Vf 8 before the recall repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is tied to a side-impact crash, where the center air bag can deploy improperly and strike the driver's arm. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
When were Vinfast owners notified about recall 24V933?
Vinfast mailed owner notification letters on January 23, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2023-2025 Vinfast Vf 8 is included, then call a franchised Vinfast dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V933000 |
|---|---|
| Vinfast customer service | 1-833-503-0600 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V933 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V933000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →