CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
- Problem
- Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. The rear axle adjusting ring fasteners were not tightened properly on the passenger-side, which can cause premature wear on the suspension and differential components.
- Risk
- The suspension can separate from the frame, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Lion will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 16, 2023. Owners may contact Lion's customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2020-2022 Lion electric buses are affected because the rear axle adjusting ring fasteners on the passenger side were not tightened properly. This can cause premature wear on suspension and differential components.
If the problem is not corrected, the suspension can separate from the frame, which may lead to a loss of vehicle control and a higher risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Lion will inspect the fasteners and tighten them as necessary. Owners can contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Lion LION6 | 202020212022 |
|---|---|
| Lion LION8 | 202020212022 |