Lion Fuses And Circuit Breakers Recall 21V968000 (168 Vehicles)

The problem

Lion Electric Company is recalling certain 2017-2021 LionC school buses. A 12V circuit breaker switch may fail, causing a loss of braking and steering assist.

The risk

A loss of braking and steering assist increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Lion Electric Company will inspect and repair the 12V circuit breaker switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2021. Owners may contact Lion Electric Company customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Contacts

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.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Lion dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 21V968000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
2017 Lion Lionc	3	B
2018 Lion Lionc	3	B
2019 Lion Lionc	5	C
2020 Lion Lionc	6	D
2021 Lion Lionc	5	D

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Questions

Is the 21V968000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. Lion Electric Company's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 21V968000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 21V968000 announced?

Lion Electric Company reported it to NHTSA on December 14, 2021. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Electrical system: fuses and circuit breakers Lion recall