NHTSA Recall 21V968000: Electric power assist system (steering) and 2 other components
Lion Electric Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 168 vehicles. It affects 2017–2021 Lion Lionc.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V968000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › ELECTRIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | December 14, 2021 |
| Owner notification | January 10, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Lion Electric Company is recalling certain 2017-2021 LionC school buses. A 12V circuit breaker switch may fail, causing a loss of braking and steering assist.
Safety risk
A loss of braking and steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Lion Electric Company will inspect and repair the 12V circuit breaker switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2021. Owners may contact Lion Electric Company 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V968000
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.