Lion Electric Company: Safety Recalls in 2023
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Lion Electric Company in 2023. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
October 20, 2023
(Campaign #: R2023-008)
Loss of Control from Reversed Brake Connections
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LionC School Buses. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pneumatic valve connections and rear wheel speed sensors may be installed incorrectly.
NHTSA ID: 23V710000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
Incorrectly installed ABS valves and wheel speed sensors can cause a wheel lockup or loss of vehicle control during ABS braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Lion Electric will correct the brake connections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion Electric's number for this recall is R2023-008.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 42.86
June 28, 2023
(Campaign #: R2023-007b)
Electrical Short May Cause High Voltage Shutdown
Lion Electrical Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2025 LionC school buses. Loose hardware inside the high-voltage distribution unit (HVDU) or direct current junction box (DCJB) enclosures may contact electrical terminals, causing a short circuit.
NHTSA ID: 23V452000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 65
Consequence Summary:
A short circuit can shut down the high-voltage circuit, causing a loss of steering assistance or drive power and reducing braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Lion technicians will replace the hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is R2023-007b.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
June 27, 2023
(Campaign #: R2023-006)
Damaged Cables May Cause High Voltage Shutdown
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2019-2025 LionC hybrid electric school buses. The surge tank may move and crack the firewall, allowing the tank to contact and damage the high-voltage cables.
NHTSA ID: 23V448000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 133
Consequence Summary:
Damaged high-voltage cables can shut down the high-voltage circuit, causing a loss of steering assistance or drive power and reducing braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Lion technicians will install a new surge tank support bracket to the accessory plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is R2023-006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 43.61
June 27, 2023
(Campaign #: R2023-007a)
Electrical Short May Cause High Voltage Shutdown
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. Loose hardware inside the high-voltage distribution unit (HVDU) or direct current junction box (DCJB) enclosures may contact electrical terminals, causing a short circuit.
NHTSA ID: 23V451000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 170
Consequence Summary:
A short circuit can shut down the high-voltage circuit, causing a loss of steering assistance or drive power and reducing braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Lion technicians will replace the hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is R2023-007a.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
January 30, 2023
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Hydraulic Pump Rubber Mounts May Fail
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2019-2023 LionC school buses. The rubber mounts used to absorb vibrations from the main hydraulic pump may wear prematurely and fail, resulting in an unsecured pump.
NHTSA ID: 23V036000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 14
Consequence Summary:
An unsecured hydraulic pump can cause a loss of power steering assist. In addition, the unsecured pump may damage the low-voltage harness and result in the loss of high voltage power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Lion Electric Company will dispatch a technician to remove the rubber mounts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 30, 2023
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incompatible Miter Box May Cause Loss of Steering
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. The miter gear box in the steering system may be incompatible with other steering system components, which can result in a complete loss of steering control.
NHTSA ID: 23V037000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 32
Consequence Summary:
A complete loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Lion Electric Company technicians will replace the miter gear box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.25
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