CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. Loose hardware inside the high-voltage distribution unit (HVDU) or direct current junction box (DCJB) enclosures may contact electrical terminals, causing a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit can shut down the high-voltage circuit, causing a loss of steering assistance or drive power and reducing braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Lion technicians will replace the hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is R2023-007a.
- 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
Loose hardware inside the high-voltage distribution unit or direct current junction box enclosures can contact electrical terminals and cause a short circuit. A short can shut down the high-voltage circuit, leading to a loss of steering assistance or drive power and reduced braking power, which raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Lion technicians will replace the loose hardware at no charge to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. If you have questions, contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706 and reference recall number R2023-007a.
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected, and schedule the free repair with an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Lion LION6 | 20212022202320242025 |
|---|---|
| Lion LION8 | 20212022202320242025 |