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NHTSARecalled Sep 20, 2018 · #18V648000

Ceiling Joints may Separate/FMVSS 221

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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." If the ceiling joint separates in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
Ceiling Joints may Separate/FMVSS 221
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Lion Electric Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice