ABS warning

Questions about the ABS warning symbol

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Audi cars?

The anti-lock braking system may not be working, and stability functions that depend on it can be affected too. Ordinary braking usually still works, but ABS will not step in: leave more braking distance and have the car checked soon. If the red brake warning comes on as well, or the pedal feels different, stop safely and get assistance.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Škoda cars?

The anti-lock braking system (ABS) has a fault. Continue driving carefully and seek a specialist garage. If the red brake light lights together with it, there is a fault in the brake system and ABS: do not continue driving.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Volkswagen cars?

Lit yellow: ABS has failed or has a fault. The brakes still work, but without ABS. Drive carefully and have it checked. If the brake warning light is also on, ABS control may have failed completely.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Peugeot cars?

Lights orange and steady when the anti-lock braking system has a fault; normal braking still works. Drive carefully at moderate speed, then have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop. Together with the red brake light it means an electronic brake force distribution fault.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Renault cars?

Lights amber when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few seconds. If it comes on while driving, there is a fault in the anti-lock braking system: the brakes still work normally but without ABS. Contact an approved dealer straight away.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Opel cars?

Lights for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. If it stays on or lights while driving, there is a fault in the ABS: the brakes still work, but without ABS regulation.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Tesla cars?

Flashes amber briefly when the car is first started. If it lights at any other time, an ABS fault has occurred and ABS is not operating; contact Tesla. The braking system stays fully operational, but braking distances may increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy braking.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Kia cars?

Lights for about 3 seconds when switched ON. If it stays on, the ABS has a malfunction; the normal braking system still works. Lit together with the parking brake and brake fluid warning light, the ABS and regular brake system are not working normally (EBD): avoid high speed and abrupt braking. Have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Dacia cars?

The light comes on with the ignition and goes out after a few seconds. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, the ABS has a fault; the brakes still work in the usual way but without anti-lock function. Contact an approved dealer immediately.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on CUPRA cars?

Lights up yellow: the ABS is not working properly or at all; contact a workshop. The brakes still work without ABS.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on MINI cars?

ABS may not be operational or available. Steering may be restricted under full braking. Have the system checked immediately.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on BYD cars?

Comes on at ignition and goes out in a few seconds if ABS works. If it stays on, the brakes still work but ABS does not, so wheels can lock under emergency braking or on slippery roads; have it inspected as soon as possible. If the parking brake system fault light is also on, park immediately in a safe place.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on MG cars?

The anti-lock brake system has failed. If an ABS failure occurs while driving, the ABS function is disabled while normal braking is still available.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Suzuki cars?

Indicates a malfunction in the ABS or the brake assist system. Have the vehicle inspected by a dealer or qualified workshop immediately.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Mazda cars?

If the light stays on while driving, the ABS has a malfunction. The brakes work normally but without ABS, and brake assist does not operate. Consult an expert repairer as soon as possible. After a jump start the light may come on because of the weak battery; recharge the battery.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Jeep cars?

Lights for up to four seconds at ignition. If it stays on while driving, the anti-lock function is not working and needs service soon; the normal brakes still work if the Brake light is not on. If it does not light at start, have it inspected.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Citroën cars?

Lit steadily: ABS fault; normal braking remains available. Drive carefully at moderate speed and go to a workshop. Lit together with the red brake light: electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) fault.

What does the ABS warning symbol mean on Honda cars?

Comes on when there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. If it stays on, have the car checked; normal braking remains available but without the anti-lock function.

Does the ABS warning symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On Audi cars it means: ABS fault. On Škoda cars it means: ABS fault. On Volkswagen cars it means: ABS fault. On Peugeot cars it means: ABS fault. On Renault cars it means: ABS fault. On Opel cars it means: ABS fault. On Tesla cars it means: ABS fault. On Kia cars it means: ABS malfunction. On Dacia cars it means: Anti-lock braking warning light. On CUPRA cars it means: ABS fault. On MINI cars it means: Antilock Braking System. On BYD cars it means: ABS fault. On MG cars it means: ABS failure. On Suzuki cars it means: ABS malfunction. On Mazda cars it means: ABS malfunction. On Jeep cars it means: ABS fault. On Citroën cars it means: Anti-lock braking system (ABS). On Honda cars it means: ABS problem.

What does the ABS warning symbol look like?

Amber letters ABS inside a circle, with curved brackets on both sides. It is also called “ABS light”, “anti-lock brakes” and “anti-lock braking system”.

Checked against the source · Nov 12, 2026 · How we verify

• 120 km/h warning light (amber)Dashboard lights
• 2H indicator (white)Dashboard lights
• 4H four-wheel drive indicator (amber)Dashboard lights
• ABS text (amber)Dashboard lights
• ACC adapting to road courseDashboard lights
• ACC braking insufficientDashboard lights
• ACC junction adaptationDashboard lights
• ACC not available (amber, car and gauge)Dashboard lights

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