2013 Lion 360 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 Lion 360 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Fires reported

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other 360 years?

360 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 Lion 360 have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V333000Seat BeltsJune 9, 2020 · 125 units

Defect

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Lion C and Lion 360 hybrid electric school buses. The driver's seat belt anchor may have been attached with incorrect hardware, possibly causing the seat belt to not be anchored properly.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, a seat belt that is not be properly anchored can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Lion will notify owners and will replace the seatbelt hardware, free of charge . The recall began July 20, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

13V440000SeatsSeptember 18, 2013 · 1 units

Defect

Lion Bus is recalling one model year 2013 360 school bus equipped with passenger seats that have three-point seat belts. In an impact, the backs of these seats absorb an insufficient amount of impact force. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

Consequence

Noncompliant seats may increase the risk of injury to occupant during a crash.

Remedy

The owner of the bus has been notified of the safety issue. Owners may contact Lion Bus at 1-450-432-5466.

13V374000OtherAugust 20, 2013 · 23 units

Defect

Lion Bus is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 360 school buses. The size of the letters on decals are too small, thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release".

Consequence

In the event of an emergency, occupants may not be able to read exiting directions which could result in personal injury.

Remedy

Lion Bus will notify owners and mail them new decals and instructions, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2014. Owners may contact Lion Bus at 1-450-432-5466.

13V375000Visibility & WipersAugust 20, 2013 · 23 units

Defect

Lion Bus is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 360 school buses. The right side mirror cannot be positioned to have the complete right side of the vehicle in view. Also, the decal explaining the use of the cross view mirrors is missing, thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Consequence

The driver may not be able to see people or objects along the right side of the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.

Remedy

Lion Bus will notify owners and Lion Bus service centers correct the mirror mounting to bring the bus into compliance, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2014. Owners may contact Lion Bus at 1-450-432-5466. Lion Bus' recall number is C20130902.

2013 Lion 360 — common questions

Is the 2013 Lion 360 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Lion 360 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Lion 360. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2013 compare to other 360 years?

Does the 2013 Lion 360 have recalls?

2013 Lion 360 — common questions

Is the 2013 Lion 360 reliable?

Does the 2013 Lion 360 have recalls?

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