Charging / battery warning

Questions about the Charging / battery warning symbol

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on BMW cars?

Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the battery is not being charged properly. Have the charging system checked by a workshop soon.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Audi cars?

The car may not be keeping up its electrical supply; it is not just a reminder to buy a battery. Read the exact message and move to a safe place. Stop if you are told to, or if there is smoke, overheating or the steering assistance fails, and arrange help promptly rather than relying on the battery for a long journey.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Škoda cars?

Red battery light. If it lights with a 48V network message on mild-hybrid cars, or with a message that the 12V battery is not charging, park safely, switch off the engine and ignition, and get help from a specialist garage. If it lights together with the red coolant light and the red triangle, it indicates an engine fault: stop and do not continue driving.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Volkswagen cars?

Lit red with a message: the 12-volt electrical system may fail. Do not drive on: stop safely, switch off unnecessary consumers and the ignition, and get expert help. The start/stop system does not work while it is lit.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Volvo cars?

The red battery symbol means there is a fault in the car's electrical system. Act immediately and contact an authorised Volvo workshop.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Peugeot cars?

Lights red and steady when there is a fault in the 12 V charging circuit, for example dirty or loose battery terminals or a slack or broken alternator belt. If the electric parking brake no longer works, engage a gear or select P to hold the car. Clean and tighten the terminals; if the light stays on after starting, get help from a dealer or qualified workshop.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Renault cars?

Lights red when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few seconds. If it comes on while driving, together with the STOP warning light and a beep, the electrical circuit is overloaded or discharging: stop as soon as traffic conditions allow and consult an approved dealer.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Renault cars?

On electrified versions, when it comes on together with the STOP warning light and a beep, the 12 V electrical circuit is overcharged or discharged. Consult an approved dealer.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Opel cars?

Lights when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts. If it lights with the engine running, stop and switch off the engine: the battery is not being charged, engine cooling may be interrupted and the brake servo may stop working. Seek the assistance of a workshop.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Kia cars?

Lights when switched ON. If it lights otherwise, the alternator or electrical charging system is malfunctioning: drive carefully to a safe place and stop, turn the engine off and check the alternator drive belt for looseness or breakage, then have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Dacia cars?

This light is normally on for a few seconds after the ignition or engine is switched on. Should it appear while driving, along with the urgent stop light and a beep, the electrical circuit is overloaded or the battery is discharging. Pull over when traffic conditions permit and consult an approved dealer.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on CUPRA cars?

Stop driving. For the 12-volt battery, the lamp lights up red with a message about the 12-V power supply and asks you to park safely. For the 48-volt battery, it lights red with a possible fire-risk message if the battery is too hot, or when an error occurs while driving.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on BYD cars?

Warns about the DC module and the low-voltage battery; during charging it indicates a charging system failure. If it turns on while driving, turn off the A/C and fans, park safely immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service provider.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Fiat cars?

Indicates a 12V battery charging condition or a DC-DC converter failure; in both cases contact a Fiat Dealership. Also shown when logistics mode is activated or in power supply mode.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on MG cars?

If this lamp flashes, the battery voltage is low and a prompt message appears in the instrument pack. The system then restricts operation or switches off some electrical appliances; start the vehicle to charge the low-voltage battery. If this lamp illuminates, the battery control system has failed.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Suzuki cars?

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle's charging system. Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place and contact a dealer.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Mazda cars?

If the light comes on while driving, the alternator or charging system has a malfunction. Drive to the side of the road, park off the right-of-way and consult an expert repairer. Do not continue driving, because the engine could stop unexpectedly.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Omoda / Jaecoo cars?

Shows the operating condition of the charging system. If it does not come on when the vehicle power is turned to ON, or it comes on after the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected by an authorised service centre as soon as possible.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Omoda / Jaecoo cars?

Shows the operating condition of the charging/discharging system. If it does not stay on when the vehicle is powered on, or stays on after the vehicle starts, have the vehicle inspected by an authorised service centre as soon as possible.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean on Jeep cars?

The battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact an authorised dealer as soon as possible.

Does the Charging / battery warning symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On BMW cars it means: Battery not charging. On Audi cars it means: Electrical charging fault. On Škoda cars it means: Electrical system fault (red). On Volkswagen cars it means: 12-volt power supply fault. On Volvo cars it means: Electrical system fault. On Peugeot cars it means: 12 V battery charging fault. On Renault cars it means: Battery charge fault. On Renault cars it means: 12 V battery charge fault (electrified models). On Opel cars it means: Battery not charging. On Kia cars it means: Charging system malfunction. On Dacia cars it means: 12 V battery charge warning light. On CUPRA cars it means: 12-volt or 48-volt battery fault. On BYD cars it means: Low-voltage power system fault. On Fiat cars it means: 12V battery charging or DC-DC converter failure. On MG cars it means: Low-voltage battery or charging fault. On Suzuki cars it means: Charging system malfunction. On Mazda cars it means: Charging system malfunction. On Omoda / Jaecoo cars it means: Charging system condition. On Omoda / Jaecoo cars it means: Charging and discharging system condition (hybrid). On Jeep cars it means: Battery not charging.

What does the Charging / battery warning symbol look like?

Red battery outline with two terminals on top, a minus sign on the left and a plus sign on the right. It is also called “alternator warning”, “battery light” and “charging fault”.

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