Recall 22V530 affects 39 2020-2022 Lion Lionc school buses for a parking-brake adjustment defect. Repair is free at any franchised Lion dealer.
Lion is recalling 39 2020-2022 Lionc school buses because the parking brake can fail when it is not properly adjusted. A failed parking brake increases the risk of a crash, and Lion dealers will inspect and adjust the parking brake free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The parking brake on the 2020-2022 Lion Lionc school bus is the brake system that holds the bus still after the driver parks and sets it. It uses a cable and brake hardware to apply holding force when the service brake pedal is no longer being pressed. That holding force depends on the cable being routed and adjusted correctly.
On affected buses, Lion changed the cable route during a design update. Clamps were added around the parking brake cable sheath, and that new routing added tension to the cable. Because of that extra tension, the adjustment check produced the wrong value, so the parking brake was not set up to meet the required holding performance.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or service technician should not assume the parking brake is correctly adjusted just because the handle or control feels normal.
Who's affected?
The parking brake system is the shared component across the 2020, 2021, and 2022 Lionc model years.
| 2022 Lion Lionc | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| 2020 Lion Lionc | Parking brake |
| 2021 Lion Lionc | Parking brake |
| Units affected | 39 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A parking brake that fails can let the vehicle move when it should stay parked, increasing the risk of a crash. Until the cable reroute and parking lever adjustment are completed, use extra care when parking and schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Lion dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Lion Lionc is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lion dealer to schedule the free parking-brake cable reroute and lever adjustment.
- Bring the recall notice if Lion mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V530 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the parking brake to hold the bus on a slope until the repair is complete.
- Call Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lion technician reroutes the parking brake cable and adjusts the parking lever so the brake holds as intended. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered at no charge. Lion has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for a related parking brake repair before the recall work, ask Lion Electric customer service or the service desk how to submit your repair documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 22, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 22, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 22, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V530?
Recall 22V530 covers 39 2020-2022 Lion Lionc school buses with a parking brake cable and lever adjustment issue. If the parking brake is not adjusted correctly, it can fail and increase crash risk. Lion dealers will reroute the cable and adjust the parking lever for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Lion Lionc is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific school bus is included in recall 22V530. If it is, contact a franchised Lion dealer to schedule the parking brake cable rerouting and parking lever adjustment. Reference recall number 22V530 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Lion will reroute the parking brake cable and adjust the parking lever free of charge at a franchised Lion dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The parking brake can fail if it is not adjusted correctly. A parking brake failure increases crash risk, especially when the bus is parked or stopped on an incline. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before relying on the parking brake.
When were owners notified about recall 22V530?
Lion mailed owner notification letters on August 16, 2022. If you bought the school bus used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706 or a franchised Lion dealer with recall number 22V530.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V530000 |
|---|---|
| Lion customer service | 1-855-546-6706 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V530 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V530000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →