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NHTSA Recall 20V028000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

Lion Electric Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 37 vehicles. It affects 2018 Lion Lionc.

37
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (February 4)
NHTSA campaign20V028000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › HYDRAULIC › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedJanuary 21, 2020
Owner notificationFebruary 4, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V028000

Make and modelModel years
Lion Lionc2018

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.