Home › Forums › Discussions › NHTSA ratings

  • Discussions

    NHTSA ratings

     Phong Vo

    Phong Vo

    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/05/2023 at 18:38

    I’ve checked NHTSA website and neither of Vinfast VF8 nor VF9 is listed. Which insurance company will write a policy on a vehicle without safety rating?

    21

    Comment

Comment

Newest Comment

Comment

Filter

  • Shawn R.

    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/06/2023 at 07:17

    So true always seems like Vinfast is trying to run before they can walk.

  • David Pittman

    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/06/2023 at 12:46

    Lots of cars that are insurable don’t get NHTSA certification (it’s very expensive testing!).

    • David Pittman

      0 VF Points
      Member
      02/06/2023 at 12:47

      That isn’t to say a mass market production vehicle from Vinfast isn’t getting tested, just that NHTSA crash testing isn’t a prereq for insurance companies writing a policy

      • Phong Vo

        0 VF Points
        Member
        02/06/2023 at 13:31

        OK it’s good info. I was not sure if safety rating would ever being used as a factor in the policy calculation.

  • Alex F

    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/11/2023 at 18:14

    While taking a drive today I saw a glimpse of the Vinfast badge, so I stopped for a closer look. They are clearly undergoing crash testing, so far the one that appears to have been tested seems like it faired well, although I don’t have any details about the testing speed or type. I see at least 2 other VF8s awaiting testing as well. That said, I also saw another EV competitor there and I wasn’t very impressed with it’s appearance after testing.

    Screenshot_20230211_180948_Gallery
    Screenshot_20230211_180944_Gallery
    Screenshot_20230211_180934_Gallery
    Screenshot_20230211_180939_Gallery

    • Phong Vo

      0 VF Points
      Member
      02/11/2023 at 22:14

      Thanks for sharing Alex. Big leap forward for Vinfast.

      • Gabriel Rodriguez

        0 VF Points
        Member
        02/13/2023 at 08:12

        Thank you Alex, can you share the location where you saw this?

  • Alex F

    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/13/2023 at 19:32

    Sure it was near Victorville, CA

  • VF Staff 01

    Moderator
    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/22/2023 at 23:36

    The official announcement from VinFast on December 21, 2022: VinFast has complied with all applicable FMVSS issued by NHTSA. Please refer to the link: https://www.vingroup.net/en/news/detail/2702/vinfast-celebrates-the-arrival-of-the-first-shipment-of-vehicles-to-the-united-states-all-certifications-to-sell-vehicle

    • Gabriel Rodriguez

      0 VF Points
      Member
      02/23/2023 at 17:25

      This doesn’t tell me anything. I need crash testing results from NHTSA and EURO NCAP showing 5-star ratings for VF8. I’ve been hearing for many months now they will be out soon so at this point, talk is cheap, I need to see official results. If Vinfast has the link to crash test results, please share the link. I won’t purchase a car without a 5* rating.

    • Phong Vo

      0 VF Points
      Member
      02/23/2023 at 19:19

      If you have a link to actual test report, please share

  • Phong Vo

    0 VF Points
    Member
    02/26/2023 at 17:10

    Does Vinfast have crash report that you would like to share?

    • VF Staff 4

      Moderator
      0 VF Points
      Member
      03/09/2023 at 10:26

      Hello Phong Vo, thank you for being a valued Community Member! NHTSA’s 5-star safety rating test program does not accommodate new manufacturers or new vehicles in their first year of introduction into the market and so neither VF 8 nor VF 9 would be listed on the NHTSA website for ratings. However, several leading insurance companies in the US have confirmed that they will provide insurance for VinFast owners. Hello Phong Vo, thank you for being a valued Community Member! NHTSA’s 5-star safety rating test program does not accommodate new manufacturers or new vehicles in their first year of introduction into the market and so neither VF 8 nor VF 9 would be listed on the NHTSA website for ratings. However, several leading insurance companies in the US have confirmed that they will provide insurance for VinFast owners.

      • Gabriel Rodriguez

        0 VF Points
        Member
        03/09/2023 at 16:45

        Ok, so now I’m confused! I was told many times by Vinfast staff that safety testing has been ongoing since early last year. I’ve even received an e-mail from Brandon at Vinfast Customer Experience that he received information that VF8’s received ASEAN NCAP 5*, ERO NCAP 5* and NHTSA 5* ratings but wasn’t sure when it would be published. Are you now saying VF8’s aren’t being tested at NHTSA because it’s their first year of production? I also recall reading on Vinfast website under the FAQs that safety testing was in progress. Can we get some clarity on this subject from someone higher up the chain of Vinfast.

        Lastly, 2023 Subaru Solterra is a new EV not yet out but currently being tested by NHTSA.

        • This reply was modified 2 weeks, 5 days ago by  Gabriel.

      • Phong Vo

        0 VF Points
        Member
        03/10/2023 at 08:45

        Thank you Mod for the feedback. My original intention for the question relates to the aspect of VF8 being insurable but David P. had mentioned above to the underlining prereq as not required by insurance companies. It also evidenced by the fact that some of 45 VF8 owners were able to obtain insurance coverage with ease so it was comforting to know. I guess the publication of NHTSA would be more of a self assurance for prospect buyers knowing VF8 is safe in the event of collision.

      View 1 more replies

  • Gabriel Rodriguez

    0 VF Points
    Member
    03/10/2023 at 17:35

    Josh

    Thank you for reaching out via phone to discuss my concerns. Looking forward to a callback when you have more information to share.

    Take care!

    • This reply was modified 2 weeks, 4 days ago by  Gabriel.

    • Gabriel Rodriguez

      0 VF Points
      Member
      03/21/2023 at 09:07

      Not sure why this hasn’t been shared by Vinfast but VF8 was tested by ASEAN NCAP in February. VF8 received a 5*. Thought I would share. Click on the link for more info.

      https://v4-web.aseancap.org/result/9989

      • HUNG PHAM

        0 VF Points
        Member
        03/22/2023 at 16:13

        Awesome video, showing the VF8 fared way, way better than others, including Tesla. As far as insurance, I have come accross some people who couldn’t get insurance with their current insurance companies. I have advised them to go to 21st Century who insures all of my cars. If their companies are too lazy to update their systems to include VinFast, it will be their losses once customers find out about other companies that will insure VF8 and all of their customers’ cars for less!

      • VF Staff 5

        Moderator
        0 VF Points
        Member
        03/23/2023 at 09:43

        Hi Hung Pham,

        Thank you for being our loyal supporter! We appreciate you for bringing this concern to our attention, for any current or potential clients that are experiencing difficulties finding an insurance company to insure their vehicle, I would advise them to reach out to our contact center which can direct them to specific agents who can ensure they receive the best quote that will match their satisfaction!🙂

      View 1 more replies

Start of Discussion
0 of 0 replies June 2018
Now

VinFast Community

© 2022 VinGroup. All Rights Reserved.

Report

Content that represents harassment or bullying.
Contains sensitive content.
Content contains false, misleading information.
Content that is personally offensive, hostile or offensive.
Contains spam, fake news, or suspected malware.

Block Member?

Please confirm you want to block this member.

You will no longer be able to:

  • See blocked member's posts
  • Mention this member in posts

Please allow a few minutes for this process to complete.

Report

You have already reported this