LION 2017 LION LIONC Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 LION LIONC
Brand
LION
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Lion Electric Company is recalling certain 2017 LION LIONC vehicles due to seat belts issues. If the shoulder belt and ground anchors detach during a crash, their would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the shoulder belt and ground anchors detach during a crash, their would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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