When Lane Keeping Assist Goes Wrong
VinFast has been forced to recall every VF 8 sold in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and VinFast have confirmed a recall of 6,314 VF 8 SUVs after regulators flagged unpredictable behavior in the vehicle’s advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS).
Key Points
- VinFast is recalling all 6,314 VF 8 SUVs sold in America (2023–2025 models) after regulators flagged unsafe lane-keeping assist behavior.
- The driver-assist system can apply overly strong steering corrections in sweeping turns, making the car hard to control and increasing crash risk.
- A free update to smooth steering behavior and improve driver override starts rolling out October 31, 2025, with owner notifications beginning October 24.
The recall focuses on the VF 8’s Lane Keeping Assist (LKA). In wide or sweeping turns, the system can apply unexpected steering inputs that are difficult for drivers to override.
According to NHTSA, the problem stems from the way torque ratios were tuned in the ADAS software, occasionally causing the SUV to “hug” the inside of a lane or resist manual steering correction. While no crashes or injuries have been linked to the issue, both regulators and VinFast agreed that the system needed refinement to improve safety and driver confidence.
VinFast worked closely with NHTSA after a probe was opened in September 2024, prompted by complaints about erratic lane assist behavior.
To address the defect, VinFast will roll out a free over-the-air software update starting October 31, 2025. According to the automaker, the update will reduce steering wheel vibration when ADAS activates, make it easier for drivers to override the system, and slow down the transition time from automated control back to the driver.
Dealers will be notified beginning September 5, with customer letters set to mail October 24. Owners will be asked to bring their VF 8 to an authorized VinFast service center if the update cannot be completed remotely.
This is the latest setback for VinFast as it tries to establish itself in the U.S. EV market. The recall follows criticism of the VF 8’s driving dynamics and build quality.
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My wifes nissan jammed on brakes at freeway speed cars behind me.detected a merging car.. i turn it all off if i have to drive it.
The smarter the car the dumber the driver.