NHTSA recall campaign
20V697000
What was wrong
Defect
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lion C and Lion 360 school buses equipped with wheelchair lifts. The shoulder belt and ground anchors intended to hold a wheelchair in place may detach in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
Risk
If the shoulder belt and ground anchors detach during a crash, their would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant.
Manufacturer remedy
Lion Electric has notified owners, and dealers will add a rivet to reinforce the floor and change the screws on the seat belt, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →