LION 2016 LION LIONC Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 LION LIONC
Brand
LION
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Lion Electric Company is recalling certain 2016 LION LIONC vehicles due to structure:body issues. If the ceiling joint separates in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2016 Lion Lion C electric school buses. In the event of a crash, the ceiling joints may separate due to being assembled incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the ceiling joint separates in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Lion will notify owners, and dealers will install rivets and glue to secure the joints, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is 2018RECALL01.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026