Does the 2018 Lion Lionc have any recalls?

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, seat belts, service brakes. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2018 Lion Lionc recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Lion dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2018 Lion Lionc?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2018 Lion Lionc recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2018 Lion Lionc. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Lion been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Lion dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2018 Lion Lionc recalls, newest first

December 14, 2021NHTSA 21V968000168 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Electric power assist system

Summary: Lion Electric Company is recalling certain 2017-2021 LionC school buses. A 12V circuit breaker switch may fail, causing a loss of braking and steering assist.
Consequence: A loss of braking and steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Lion Electric Company will inspect and repair the 12V circuit breaker switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2021. Owners may contact Lion Electric Company customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
Components: Steering › Electric power assist system; Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric; Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 12, 2020NHTSA 20V6970008 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts

Summary: Lion Electric Company (Lion Electric) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lion C and Lion 360 school buses equipped with wheelchair lifts. The shoulder belt and ground anchors intended to hold a wheelchair in place may detach in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
Consequence: If the shoulder belt and ground anchors detach during a crash, their would be an increased risk of injury to the occupant.
Remedy: Lion Electric has notified owners, and dealers will add a rivet to reinforce the floor and change the screws on the seat belt, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Lion Electric customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 9, 2020NHTSA 20V333000125 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front

Summary: Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Lion C and Lion 360 hybrid electric school buses. The driver's seat belt anchor may have been attached with incorrect hardware, possibly causing the seat belt to not be anchored properly.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, a seat belt that is not be properly anchored can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Lion will notify owners and will replace the seatbelt hardware, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
Components: Seat belts › Front; Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 2, 2020NHTSA 20V12300095 vehicles potentially affected

Steering

Summary: Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Lion C and Lion 360 electric and diesel school buses. The bolts connecting the pitman arm and I-shaft to the power steering box may loosen, resulting in a complete loss of steering control.
Consequence: A complete loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Lion has notified owners and will replace the pitman and I-shaft bolts. The recall began March 12, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 21, 2020NHTSA 20V02800037 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Lion C electric school buses. During a sudden braking and change of direction combination, a decrease in the hydraulic system pressure can occur, causing a loss of power steering and power braking.
Consequence: The loss of power steering and power braking increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Lion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pressure relief valves, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 30, 2019NHTSA 19V6400009 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes

Summary: Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2018 Lion C electric school buses. The electrical contacts for power connector of the auxiliary brake pump may not be adequately secured.
Consequence: Loose connectors in the auxiliary pump may result in a loss of braking ability should the main hydraulic pump unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Lion will notify the affected owners and Lion representatives will visit the owners and correct the connectors, free of charge. The recall began May 16, 2019. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706. Lion's number for this recall is QA20190050.
Components: Service brakes; Electrical system › Wiring

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2018 Lion Lionc were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2018 Lion Lionc have any recalls?: 6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, seat belts, service brakes. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2018 Lion Lionc recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Lion dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2018 Lion Lionc?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.