Chevrolet Captiva Sport Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Brake System Warning Light

Brake system may not be working properly; also shows when parking brake is set or fails to fully release.
What to do: Pull off the road and stop. If light stays on, have the vehicle towed for service. PDF page 114

Other warnings and indicators

Charging System Light

Problem with the electrical charging system; driving with it on could drain the battery.
What to do: Have it checked by your dealer. If driving a short distance, turn off all accessories. PDF page 110

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Antilock brakes are not working properly. If the brake light is also on, regular brakes have a problem too.
What to do: Pull over, park, turn off and restart. If light stays on, service right away; if both lights on, tow. PDF page 115

Electric Parking Brake Light

Comes on when the EPB is applied. Flashing after release or while driving means a problem with the EPB system.
What to do: See your dealer if it remains flashing or does not come on. Vehicle can be driven but needs service soon. PDF page 114

Power Steering Warning Light

If it stays on or comes on while driving, the power steering system may not be working.
What to do: See your dealer for service. PDF page 116

StabiliTrak Indicator Light

Flashes while StabiliTrak or traction control is working. Stays on when there is a problem with StabiliTrak. PDF page 116

All-Wheel-Drive Light

Malfunction in the AWD system; flashes when AWD is temporarily disabled; also on when compact spare is installed.
What to do: If it does not come on briefly at start, have the dealer service it. PDF page 115

Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light

Comes on when the Traction Control System has been turned off.
What to do: If it does not come on briefly at engine start, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. PDF page 116

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

Shows ON or OFF for the front passenger airbag. Both lit or neither lit suggests a problem with lights or sensing system.
What to do: See your dealer for service if both or no lights stay on. PDF page 110

Summarized in our own words from the 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport owner's manual (AI-assisted; every light name was matched against its cited page 2026-10-18). Your vehicle may not have every light, and other years can differ. A red warning that stays on usually means stop safely and check: your manual has the final word.