Lion Electric Company: Safety Recalls in 2020

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Lion Electric Company in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.

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November 12, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Wheel Chair Belt Anchors May Fail/FMVSS 222

Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lion C and Lion 360 school buses equipped with wheelchair lifts. The shoulder belt and ground anchors intended to hold a wheelchair in place may detach in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

NHTSA ID: 20V697000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 8

Consequence Summary:

If the shoulder belt and ground anchors detach during a crash, their would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant.

Corrective Action:

Lion Electric has notified owners, and dealers will add a rivet to reinforce the floor and change the screws on the seat belt, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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June 9, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Driver's Seat Belt Anchorage May Come Apart

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Lion C and Lion 360 hybrid electric school buses. The driver's seat belt anchor may have been attached with incorrect hardware, possibly causing the seat belt to not be anchored properly.

NHTSA ID: 20V333000

Component: SEAT BELTS

# of Units Affected: 125

Consequence Summary:

In the event of a crash, a seat belt that is not be properly anchored can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Lion will notify owners and will replace the seatbelt hardware, free of charge . The recall began July 20, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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March 2, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Bolts May Loosen and Cause Loss of Steering

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Lion C and Lion 360 electric and diesel school buses. The bolts connecting the pitman arm and I-shaft to the power steering box may loosen, resulting in a complete loss of steering control.

NHTSA ID: 20V123000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 95

Consequence Summary:

A complete loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Lion has notified owners and will replace the pitman and I-shaft bolts. The recall began March 12, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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January 21, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Drop in Hydraulic System Pressure

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Lion C electric school buses. During a sudden braking and change of direction combination, a decrease in the hydraulic system pressure can occur, causing a loss of power steering and power braking.

NHTSA ID: 20V028000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

# of Units Affected: 37

Consequence Summary:

The loss of power steering and power braking increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Lion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pressure relief valves, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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