2021–2023 Lion LION6, Lion LION8: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 23V037000 · 32 units potentially affected · filed Jan 30, 2023
What's wrong
Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lion6 and Lion8 vehicles. The miter gear box in the steering system may be incompatible with other steering system components, which can result in a complete loss of steering control.
Why it matters
A complete loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Lion Electric Company technicians will replace the miter gear box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.
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
- 23V037000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Lion Electric Company
- Component
- STEERING
- Units affected
- 32
- Report received
- Jan 30, 2023
- Owner letters
- Feb 7, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Lion LION6 2021, 2022, 2023
- Lion LION8 2021, 2022, 2023