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NHTSA Recall 23V037000: Steering

Lion Electric Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Lion LION6.

32
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2023
owners notified (February 7)
NHTSA campaign23V037000
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedJanuary 30, 2023
Owner notificationFebruary 7, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. The miter gear box in the steering system may be incompatible with other steering system components, which can result in a complete loss of steering control.

Safety risk

A complete loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Lion Electric Company technicians will replace the miter gear box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. 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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V037000

Make and modelModel years
Lion LION62021, 2022, 2023
Lion LION82021, 2022, 2023

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.