NHTSA vehicle safety data
2024 Lion Lionc Recalls & Complaints
The 2024 Lion Lionc has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lion dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2024 Lion Lionc. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2024 Lion Lionc owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Lion Lionc, describing incidents dated February 12, 2025 to February 27, 2025.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 2 complaints
Newest complaints
ODI #11647804 · Filed
I was experiencing low voltage inside the School bus , erratic lighting and 2 way radio was cycling on and off due to LOW VOLTAGE. I noticed the smell of smoke inside the school bus, upon further investigation, I opened the hood and noticed smoke rising from the positive electrical "pass Through"…
ODI #11642408 · Filed
Front heater fan smelling of smoke
Reduced Braking and Loss of Power Steering Assist
NHTSA #24V460000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Cables — Fastener/Connector · NHTSA notice
Reported June 20, 2024 · Lion Electric Company
Potentially affected: 100 vehicles
Repair completion: 14% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Lion campaign R2024-010 · Owners notified July 29, 2024 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2023-2024 LionC school buses. The controller area network (CAN) connector for the high-voltage battery number 4 was incorrectly installed, which can allow water to accumulate and cause a lost connection with the battery.
Safety consequence
A lost connection with the battery can lead to a loss of power steering assist and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Lion Electric will reinstall and replace the CAN connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2024. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion Electric's number for this recall is R2024-010.
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.
Parking Brake May Release Unexpectedly
NHTSA #24V377000 · Parking Brake · NHTSA notice
Reported May 29, 2024 · Lion Electric Company
Potentially affected: 43 vehicles
Repair completion: 20.93% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Lion campaign R2024-01-009 · Owners notified July 25, 2024 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LionC school buses. The parking brake may malfunction and allow the lever to be released without pressing the release button.
Safety consequence
A parking brake that is released unexpectedly may result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Lion Electric will provide inspection instructions to owners, and replace the parking brake levers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion Electric's number for this recall is R2024-01-009.
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.
Loss of Control from Reversed Brake Connections
NHTSA #23V710000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported October 20, 2023 · Lion Electric Company
Potentially affected: 7 vehicles
Repair completion: 42.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Lion campaign R2023-008 · Owners notified December 15, 2023
Defect description
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LionC School Buses. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pneumatic valve connections and rear wheel speed sensors may be installed incorrectly.
Safety consequence
Incorrectly installed ABS valves and wheel speed sensors can cause a wheel lockup or loss of vehicle control during ABS braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Lion Electric will correct the brake connections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion Electric's number for this recall is R2023-008.
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.
Electrical Short May Cause High Voltage Shutdown
NHTSA #23V452000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported June 28, 2023 · Lion Electric Company
Potentially affected: 65 vehicles
Repair completion: 0% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Lion campaign R2023-007b · Owners notified August 21, 2023
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.
Manufacturer 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.
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.
Damaged Cables May Cause High Voltage Shutdown
NHTSA #23V448000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA notice
Reported June 27, 2023 · Lion Electric Company
Potentially affected: 133 vehicles
Repair completion: 43.61% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Lion campaign R2023-006 · Owners notified August 21, 2023
Defect description
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2019-2025 LionC hybrid electric school buses. The surge tank may move and crack the firewall, allowing the tank to contact and damage the high-voltage cables.
Safety consequence
Damaged high-voltage cables 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.
Manufacturer remedy
Lion technicians will install a new surge tank support bracket to the accessory plate, 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 R2023-006.
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.
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