NHTSA Recall 20V697000: Seat belts
Lion Electric Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Lion 360.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V697000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | November 12, 2020 |
| Owner notification | November 23, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lion C and Lion 360 school buses equipped with wheelchair lifts. The shoulder belt and ground anchors intended to hold a wheelchair in place may detach in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
Safety risk
If the shoulder belt and ground anchors detach during a crash, their would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant.
Remedy
Lion Electric has notified owners, and dealers will add a rivet to reinforce the floor and change the screws on the seat belt, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Lion Electric 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 20V697000
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.