LION LIONC 2018: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V028000

Make Model Year
LION LIONC 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-02-04 2020-01-21 2020-01-21

Manufacturers Involved: Lion Electric Company

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 37

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

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.