CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- 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."
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A software error can cause the central display screen to go blank. When that happens, critical safety information such as the speedometer and warning lights are not shown, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer will update the vehicle's software at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. If you have questions, contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600. Check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the free software update at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Vinfast VF 8 | 2023 |
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