2016 LION 360 recalls

NHTSA campaigns received 2010 to 2026-09-30 that list the 2016 model year.

The 2016 LION 360 is covered by 3 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.

Campaign	Received	Component
20V697000	2020-11-12	Seat Belts
20V333000	2020-06-09	Seat Belts › Front
20V123000	2020-03-02	Steering

Each recall: problem, risk and fix

Seat Belts (20V697000, 2020-11-12)

Problem: 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."

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

Free fix: 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.

Lion Electric Company · 8 vehicles · NHTSA record

Seat Belts › Front (20V333000, 2020-06-09)

Problem: 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.

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

Free fix: 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.

Lion Electric Company · 125 vehicles · NHTSA record

Steering (20V123000, 2020-03-02)

Problem: 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.

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

Free fix: 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.

Lion Electric Company · 95 vehicles · NHTSA record

A recall covers a make, model and year range; whether one specific vehicle is affected or already repaired is confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or by a dealer. Recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA recall flat file (public domain), campaigns received since January 2010.

Other model years: 2013 · 2014 · All LION 360 recalls