NHTSARecalled Sep 20, 2018 · #18V648000
Ceiling Joints may Separate/FMVSS 221
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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
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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.