Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2024 Lion Lionc
The 2024 Lion LIONC has significant recall issues involving the electrical system and brakes, highlighting potential safety concerns. The most alarming is the incorrect installation in high-voltage battery connectors, potentially causing loss of power. It is essential to inspect these areas closely due to their safety implications.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2024 Lion Lionc has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V460000 Reduced Braking and Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V377000 Parking Brake May Release Unexpectedly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V710000 Loss of Control from Reversed Brake Connections NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V452000 Electrical Short May Cause High Voltage Shutdown NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V448000 Damaged Cables May Cause High Voltage Shutdown NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
Known issues to inspect
Water damaging battery connection
How to check: Inspect battery connector for water buildup or damage.
ABS valve and sensor issues
How to check: Verify ABS function and inspect for installation errors.
Parking brake can disengage unexpectedly
How to check: Test parking brake for proper holding force and operation.
Loose hardware causing short circuit
How to check: Check for signs of electrical shorts in housing units.
Surge tank cracking firewall
How to check: Inspect surge tank mounting and firewall for cracks.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Ensure all warning lights disappear after startup.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights.
- 02
Parking brake test
What to check: Engage and release parking brake without issues.
Red flag: Brake disengages without button press.
- 03
Low speed maneuvering
What to check: Check for unusual noises or ABS activation alerts.
Red flag: Unusual noise or ABS warning.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Monitor for power loss during acceleration.
Red flag: Noticeable power drop.
- 05
Final park
What to check: Engage parking brake securely, ensuring the vehicle doesn't move.
Red flag: Parking brake fails to hold.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the high-voltage battery connector been repaired?
- Have ABS valve and sensors been inspected?
- Is there a history of parking brake issues?
- Are there any unresolved electrical issues?
- Was the surge tank or firewall repaired?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recent recall repair records
- Service and maintenance history
- ABS system inspection report
- Battery inspection documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2024 Lion Lionc at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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