NHTSA Campaign 24V460000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR
Issued by Lion Electric Company · Reported Jun 20, 2024 · 100 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
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.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| LION | LIONC | 2023 | 100 |
| LION | LIONC | 2024 | 100 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V460000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.