Chevrolet Corvette Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Brake System Warning Light

A brake problem exists if it stays on at start-up or comes on while driving; speed may be limited and braking may take longer.
What to do: If on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. If still on, have the vehicle towed for service. PDF page 89

Other warnings and indicators

Airbag Readiness Light

Electrical problem in the airbag system if it stays on after start or comes on while driving; airbags may not work properly.
What to do: Have the vehicle serviced right away. PDF page 86

Charging System Light

Possible problem with the electrical charging system if it stays on or comes on while driving; the battery could drain.
What to do: Have it checked by your dealer. If driving a short distance, turn off accessories and stop in a safe place. PDF page 87

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

ABS is not working if the light stays on or returns; if the brake warning light is also on, regular brakes have a problem too.
What to do: Stop safely, turn off the vehicle and restart to reset. If it stays on, see your dealer for service. PDF page 90

Electric Parking Brake Light

Comes on when the parking brake is applied. Continued flashing after release or while driving indicates an Electric Parking Brake problem.
What to do: If it does not come on or remains flashing, see your dealer. PDF page 89

Service Electric Parking Brake Light

A problem exists with the Electric Parking Brake if it stays on or comes on while driving; other safety functions may be degraded.
What to do: Take the vehicle to a dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 90

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

Emission control diagnostic system detected a malfunction while the engine is running; the vehicle may need service.
What to do: Seek service promptly to possibly prevent damage. PDF page 87

Tire Pressure Light

Steady light means one or more tires are significantly underinflated. Flashing then steady indicates a TPMS malfunction.
What to do: Stop as soon as possible and inflate tires to the pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label. PDF page 91

Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control Light

If on and not flashing, TCS and possibly ESC are not fully operational. Flashing means the system is actively working.
What to do: Adjust driving accordingly. If it persists, see your dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 91

Traction Off Light

Traction Control System has been turned off; wheel spin is not limited unless needed to protect the driveline.
What to do: Adjust driving accordingly. PDF page 91

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Light

ESC is turned off, which also turns TCS off; the systems do not assist in controlling the vehicle.
What to do: Adjust driving accordingly. PDF page 91

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

ON means the front passenger airbag may inflate; OFF means the passenger sensing system turned it off.
What to do: If both or neither are lit, or the airbag readiness light is on, see your dealer right away. PDF page 87

Front Lift System Light

Flashes while the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, and stays lit while the front is fully raised. PDF page 89

Green: system on

Performance Shifting Light

May show when Sport Mode is active and conditions are met; gear shifting is adjusted for competitive driving. PDF page 90

Summarized in our own words from the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette 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.