Lion Electric Company | NHTSA Recall #14V559000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V559000 by Lion Electric Company. Affecting model year 2013 and 2014 360 school buses manufactured august 30, 2012, to december 14, 2012 Includes 9 affected units, Ceiling Joint Missing Adhesive/FMVSS 221, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 and 2014 360 school buses manufactured august 30, 2012, to december 14, 2012

Defect Summary

Lion bus inc. (lion bus) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 360 school buses manufactured august 30, 2012, to december 14, 2012. adhesive may not have been applied properly to the joint between the metal ceiling panels. as such, the buses may not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength."

Corrective Action

Lion bus will notify owners, and dealers will install rivets to the two ceiling joints to add strength to the joints, free of charge. the recall began in november 2014. owners may contact lion bus customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V559000
Manufacturer: Lion Electric Company
Report Received Date: 2014-09-12T00:00:00
Subject: Ceiling joint missing adhesive/fmvss 221
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 9

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Lion bus inc. (lion bus) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 360 school buses manufactured august 30, 2012, to december 14, 2012. adhesive may not have been applied properly to the joint between the metal ceiling panels. as such, the buses may not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength."
Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, the metal ceiling joint may split apart, increasing the risk of injury to the passengers.
Corrective Action: Lion bus will notify owners, and dealers will install rivets to the two ceiling joints to add strength to the joints, free of charge. the recall began in november 2014. owners may contact lion bus customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 14V559000
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Created At: 1742808662
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