2018 Lion Lionc Recall: Electrical contacts for power connector of the auxiliary brake pump may…
NHTSA campaign 19V640000 · Service Brakes · filed Aug 30, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V640000 (manufacturer number QA20190050). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.