Vehicle recall 22V952000 · December 23, 2022
Lion LION6 and LION8
The rear axle adjusting ring fasteners were not tightened properly on the passenger-side, which can cause premature wear on the suspension and differential components.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. The rear axle adjusting ring fasteners were not tightened properly on the passenger-side, which can cause premature wear on the suspension and differential components.
- Consequence
- The suspension can separate from the frame, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Lion will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 16, 2023. Owners may contact Lion's customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V952000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 23, 2022
- Filed by
- Lion Electric Company
- Owner notification
- January 16, 2023
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 13
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Multiple axle
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Lion LION6 (2020-2022): 2022, 2021, 2020
- Lion LION8 (2020-2022): 2022, 2021, 2020
Has your Lion been repaired?
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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.