Defect Description
Lion Electrical Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2025 LionC school buses. Loose hardware inside the high-voltage distribution unit (HVDU) or direct current junction box (DCJB) enclosures may contact electrical terminals, causing a short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit can shut down the high-voltage circuit, causing a loss of steering assistance or drive power and reducing braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Lion technicians will replace the hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is R2023-007b.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | LION | LIONC |
| 2022 | LION | LIONC |
| 2023 | LION | LIONC |
| 2024 | LION | LIONC |
| 2025 | LION | LIONC |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.