Ford Bronco Sport Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Brake indicator

Parking brake is applied, or if lit while moving with parking brake released, brake fluid is low or the brake system has a fault.
What to do: If lit while moving, make sure the parking brake is released; if it still is lit, see an authorized dealer. PDF page 187

Amber: check soon

ABS indicator

Anti-lock braking system malfunction. Normal braking continues without the ABS function. Flashing at any time also needs checking.
What to do: See an authorized dealer. PDF page 187

Stability and Traction Control Indicator

If it does not light at ignition on, or stays on with engine running, there is a malfunction.
What to do: Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. PDF page 199

Auto-start-stop indicator

Flashing amber with a message means you need to take action; engine may restart automatically. Green means the engine is stopped by the system.
What to do: Follow the message shown in the instrument cluster display. PDF page 156

Other warnings and indicators

Traction control off indicator

Traction control is switched off, or a selected drive mode requires traction control to be off. PDF page 199

Power outlet indicator

On means the outlet is providing power, off means no power, and flashing means the outlet is in a fault mode. PDF page 143

Summarized in our own words from the 2026 Ford Bronco 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.