NHTSA Recall 20V333000: Anchorage (seat belts) and seat belts: front
Lion Electric Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 125 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Lion 360.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V333000 |
|---|---|
| Components | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE; SEAT BELTS › FRONT |
| Report received | June 9, 2020 |
| Owner notification | July 20, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, a seat belt that is not be properly anchored can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V333000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lion 360 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Lion Lionc | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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.