NHTSA Recall 24V377000
Filed by Lion Electric Company. Component: Parking Brake. Reported 2024-05-29. An estimated 43 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LionC school buses. The parking brake may malfunction and allow the lever to be released without pressing the release button.
Risk
A parking brake that is released unexpectedly may result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Lion Electric will provide inspection instructions to owners, and replace the parking brake levers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion Electric's number for this recall is R2024-01-009.
Manufacturer campaign number: R2024-01-009
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.