Lion Lionc recall (24V377000)

Lion · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 24V377000
Report Received: 2024-05-29
Manufacturer: Lion Electric Company
Make: Lion
Model(s): LIONC
Model Year(s): 2024, 2025
Component: PARKING BRAKE
Potentially Affected Units: 43

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

A parking brake that is released unexpectedly may result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

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.

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