NHTSA Recall 24V460000
Filed by Lion Electric Company. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2024-06-20. An estimated 100 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2023-2024 LionC school buses. The controller area network (CAN) connector for the high-voltage battery number 4 was incorrectly installed, which can allow water to accumulate and cause a lost connection with the battery.
Risk
A lost connection with the battery can lead to a loss of power steering assist and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Lion Electric will reinstall and replace the CAN connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2024. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion Electric's number for this recall is R2024-010.
Manufacturer campaign number: R2024-010
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.