NHTSA Recall 18V648000: Body (structure)
Lion Electric Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2016 Lion Lionc.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V648000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2018RECALL01 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | September 20, 2018 |
| Owner notification | November 1, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2016 Lion Lion C electric school buses. In the event of a crash, the ceiling joints may separate due to being assembled incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Safety risk
If the ceiling joint separates in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Lion will notify owners, and dealers will install rivets and glue to secure the joints, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is 2018RECALL01.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V648000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lion Lionc | 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.