Honda Accord Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

Parking brake applied, brake fluid low, or brake system problem. Blinks if the electric parking brake has a problem.
What to do: Check pedal pressure and fluid level; if abnormal, get repairs immediately. If blinking, don't use parking brake and shift to P. PDF page 242

Amber: check soon

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)

Problem in a brake-related system other than conventional brakes, such as electric parking brake or auto brake hold; also vehicle tilt from heavy load.
What to do: Do not use the parking brake. PDF page 242

Safety Support Indicator (Amber)

Problem with a safety support system, vehicle tilt from heavy luggage, or radar sensor covered by dirt limiting functions. PDF page 245

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)

Problem with LKAS, or vehicle tilted by heavy luggage. LKAS and Traffic Jam Assist cannot be used. PDF page 245

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (Amber)

Problem with ACC with Low Speed Follow, or vehicle tilted by heavy luggage. PDF page 245

Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)

Blinks if there is a problem with the Auto Idle Stop system. PDF page 245

Other warnings and indicators

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Problem detected in the airbag system or seat belt tensioners; airbags may not work properly.
What to do: Have the vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 243

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Problem in the emissions control systems; blinking means an engine cylinder misfire. Driving with it on can cause damage.
What to do: If blinking, park safely away from flammable items and wait at least 10 minutes with the engine off until it cools. PDF page 243

12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator

There is a problem with the charging system. PDF page 242

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

ABS problem. Normal braking remains but no ABS function, which can cause instability under sudden braking.
What to do: Avoid situations such as highway driving. PDF page 244

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

There is a problem with the EPS system.
What to do: Stop in a safe place; if it stays on after restarting the engine, see a dealer immediately. PDF page 244

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator

System not calibrated or tire pressure significantly low. Staying on after blinking indicates a TPMS problem; also on with a compact spare.
What to do: Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tires if necessary. PDF page 244

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) System Indicator

Blinks when VSA is active. Stays on if there is a problem with VSA or related brake and assist systems. PDF page 244

Transmission System Indicator

Blinks if the transmission system has a problem. PDF page 245

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

A seat belt is unfastened. If it stays on after belts are fastened, a sensor detection error may have occurred.
What to do: Fasten seat belts securely; if it stays on, have a dealer check the vehicle. PDF page 243

Low Fuel Indicator

Fuel reserve is low, about 2.2 U.S. gal (8.4 L) left. Blinks if the fuel gauge has a problem. PDF page 243

Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

Passenger's front and knee airbags are turned off because the seat is empty or a small child or infant is detected.
What to do: Don't let an adult ride in front when it is on; children 12 and under belong in back. PDF page 43

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) OFF Indicator

VSA has been partially disabled. PDF page 244

Summarized in our own words from the 2026 Honda Accord 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.