Recalls for 2016 Lion Lionc

DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE:BODY

Posted on: 2018-09-25
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

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. Safercar. Gov

DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 2020-11-12
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

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. Safercar. Gov

DEFECT #3 - STEERING

Posted on: 2020-03-02
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

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. Safercar. Gov

DEFECT #4 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Posted on: 2020-06-09
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

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. Safercar. Gov

DEFECT #5 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Posted on: 2020-06-09
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

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. Safercar. Gov