2018 LION LIONC Complaints and Recall Information

The 2018 LION LIONC has 0 complaints and 10 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to braking, steering, seat belts, and electrical system components according to the recall data.

There are 10 recalls affecting various systems including brakes, steering, seat belts, hydraulic lines, and electrical wiring. The recalls address risks such as loss of braking ability, steering control, and seat belt failures. All repairs are provided free of charge by the manufacturer.

• Auxiliary brake pump connectors. Recall 19V640000 affects 9 vehicles. Electrical contacts for the power connector of the auxiliary brake pump may be loose, causing loss of braking if the main hydraulic pump fails, increasing crash risk. Owners will be notified and connectors corrected free of charge.
• Driver seat belt anchorage. Recall 20V333000 affects 125 vehicles. Driver seat belt anchors may be installed with incorrect hardware, risking greater injury in a crash. Lion will replace the seat belt hardware at no cost.
• 12V circuit breaker switch failure. Recall 21V968000 covers 168 vehicles. A circuit breaker switch may fail, resulting in loss of braking and steering assist, which raises crash risk. Inspections and repairs will be conducted for free.
• Wheelchair securement anchors. Recall 20V697000 impacts 8 vehicles with wheelchair lifts. Shoulder belt and ground anchors could detach during a crash, increasing injury risk. Owners will have rivets added and screws changed free of charge.
• Hydraulic pressure relief valves. Recall 20V028000 affects 37 vehicles. Pressure decrease during sudden braking and direction changes may cause loss of power steering and braking. Dealers will replace valves at no expense to owners.
• Steering control bolts. Recall 20V123000 covers 95 vehicles. Bolts connecting the pitman arm and I-shaft to the power steering box may loosen, which can cause total steering loss. Lion will replace bolts at no cost to owners.

Owners facing repeated repairs for braking, steering, or seat belt issues, or those with unresolved recall repairs should explore their state’s lemon law protections. Legal consultation may help determine eligibility for remedies under the law.