Recall 20V-333: 2012–2020 Lion 360, 2012–2020 Lion Lionc
Lion Electric Company recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jun 9, 2020, covering about 125 vehicles.
The 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.
The risk
In the event of a crash, a seat belt that is not be properly anchored can increase the risk of injury.
The 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.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Lion Electric Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V333000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lion 360 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Lion Lionc | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V-333?
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.
How is recall 20V-333 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.