Volvo S80 Warning Lights: What They Mean

Amber: check soon

Low fuel level

The fuel level is low.
What to do: Refuel the vehicle as soon as possible. PDF page 69

Other warnings and indicators

Malfunction indicator light

The OBDII computer has detected a condition in the engine, transmission, electrical or emission systems that may need correcting. It can also come on if the fuel cap is loose.
What to do: Have a trained and qualified Volvo service technician check the vehicle as soon as possible. PDF page 69

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

There may be a malfunction in the ABS; the standard braking system still works.
What to do: Stop safely, switch off, restart. If the light stays on, drive to a qualified Volvo technician for inspection. PDF page 69

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

Pressure in one or more tires is low. If the telltale flashes about a minute then stays on, the system has a malfunction.
What to do: Stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. PDF page 292

Fault in the Active Bending Light (ABL) system

There is a fault in the Active Bending Light system. PDF page 68

Stability system

Flashes when the stability system is actively working to stabilize the vehicle. PDF page 69

Stability system - Sport mode

Sport mode is active to give maximum tractive force, such as with snow chains, deep snow or loose sand. PDF page 69

Information symbol

Lights with a text message in the display giving necessary information about a vehicle system. May also appear with other symbols.
What to do: Press the OK button to erase the message; it also clears automatically after a short time. PDF page 69

Rear fog lights

The rear fog lights are on. PDF page 69

High beam indicator

The high beam headlights are on, or the high beam flash function is being used. PDF page 69

Left turn signal indicator

Left turn signal is on. If it flashes faster than normal, the direction indicators are not working properly. PDF page 69

Right turn signal indicator

Right turn signal is on. If it flashes faster than normal, the direction indicators are not working properly. PDF page 69

Eco function on

The Eco function is activated. PDF page 69

Summarized in our own words from the 2016 Volvo S80 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.