Lion Electric Company: Safety Recalls in 2018

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Lion Electric Company in 2018. See the detail of the recall below.

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September 20, 2018

(Campaign #: 2018RECALL01)

Ceiling Joints may Separate/FMVSS 221

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2016 Lion Lion C electric school buses. In the event of a crash, the ceiling joints may separate due to being assembled incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."

NHTSA ID: 18V648000

Component: STRUCTURE

# of Units Affected: 18

Consequence Summary:

If the ceiling joint separates in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Lion will notify owners, and dealers will install rivets and glue to secure the joints, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is 2018RECALL01.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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