LION LION8 2021: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V037000

Make Model Year
LION LION8 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-02-07 2023-01-30 2023-01-30

Manufacturers Involved: Lion Electric Company

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 32

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

A complete loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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.nhtsa.gov.