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2015 Lion 360 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2015 Lion 360 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

0

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other 360 years?

360 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted1 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints
360 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2015 Lion 360 have recalls?

2 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.

20V123000SteeringMarch 2, 2020 · 95 units

Defect

Lion Electric Company (Lion) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Lion C and Lion 360 electric and diesel school buses. The bolts connecting the pitman arm and I-shaft to the power steering box may loosen, resulting in a complete loss of steering control.

Consequence

A complete loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Lion has notified owners and will replace the pitman and I-shaft bolts. The recall began March 12, 2020. Owners may contact Lion customer service at 1-855-546-6706.

2015 Lion 360 — common questions

Is the 2015 Lion 360 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 Lion 360 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Lion 360. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.