Acura RDX Warning Lights: What They Mean
7 warning and indicator lights from the 2026 Acura RDX owner's manual, with what to do and the manual page for each.
Amber: check soon
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (Amber)
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There is a problem with ACC with Low Speed Follow; it may come on briefly if the maximum load limit is exceeded.
What to do: If it stays on, have a dealer check the vehicle. Make sure the total load is within the limit. PDF page 105 - Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)
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There is a problem with the LKAS.
What to do: If it stays on constantly, have a dealer check the vehicle. PDF page 105
Other warnings and indicators
- Charging System Indicator
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There is a problem with the charging system.
What to do: Stop in a safe place and have a dealer check the vehicle immediately. If stopping temporarily, do not turn off the engine. PDF page 671 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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Steady: engine emissions control system problem. Blinking: engine misfire detected.
What to do: If on, avoid high speeds and see a dealer immediately. If blinking, park safely and wait at least 10 minutes with the engine off. PDF page 671 - Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
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A tire pressure is significantly low. Blinking about a minute then staying on indicates a TPMS problem.
What to do: Drive carefully, stop safely, and set tire pressure to the specified level. If blinking, have a dealer inspect the tire soon. PDF page 675
Green: system on
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (White/Green)
- White when the ACC button is pressed; green while the system is operating. PDF page 105
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (White/Green)
- White when the LKAS button is pressed; green when the LKAS is operating. PDF page 105
Summarized in our own words from the 2026 Acura RDX 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.
Confirm with your own manual, dipstick or door-jamb label.
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