Honda Passport 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. Blinking signals an electric parking brake problem.
What to do: Check pedal pressure and fluid level; if abnormal, get repairs immediately. If blinking, don't use parking brake; shift to P. PDF page 327

Amber: check soon

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)

Problem with a braking-related system other than the conventional brakes, such as the electric parking brake or brake hold; also vehicle tilted by heavy cargo.
What to do: Do not use the parking brake. PDF page 327

Safety Support Indicator (Amber)

Problem with a safety support system, or functions limited by a blocked or dirty sensor or camera, poor visibility, heat, or vehicle tilt.
What to do: Remove obstacles around sensors; blind spot sensor heat clears as it cools. PDF page 331

Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)

Blinks if there is a problem with the Auto Idle Stop system. PDF page 330

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

Problem with ACC with Low Speed Follow, or the vehicle is tilted by heavy cargo. PDF page 330

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)

Problem with the LKAS, or the vehicle is tilted by heavy cargo. PDF page 330

Other warnings and indicators

12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator

There is a problem with the charging system. PDF page 328

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

A problem with the airbag system or seat belt tensioners was detected. Airbags and tensioners may not work properly.
What to do: Have the vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 328

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Problem with engine emissions control systems; driving on may cause damage. Blinking means an engine misfire is detected.
What to do: If blinking, park safely away from flammables and wait at least 10 minutes with the engine off to cool. PDF page 328

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Problem with the ABS. Normal braking remains but without ABS, so the vehicle may be unstable under sudden braking.
What to do: Avoid situations such as highway driving. PDF page 329

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

There is a problem with the EPS system.
What to do: Stop safely. If it stays on after restarting the engine, take the vehicle to a dealer immediately. PDF page 329

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator

Tire pressure is low in at least one tire. Staying on after blinking means a TPMS problem. Also lit with a compact spare.
What to do: Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary. PDF page 330

Transmission System Indicator

Blinks if the transmission system has a problem or you cannot select P. The engine may not start.
What to do: Set the parking brake when parking. PDF page 330

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) System Indicator

Blinks when VSA or trailer stability assist is active. Stays on for a VSA-related system problem; normal braking remains. PDF page 329

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

Comes on or blinks when a seat belt is unfastened. If it stays on after fastening, a sensor error may exist.
What to do: Fasten seat belts immediately; if it stays on after fastening, have a dealer check the vehicle. PDF page 328

Low Fuel Indicator

Fuel reserve is low (about 2.77 US gal/10.5 L left). Blinking means a fuel gauge problem. PDF page 329

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) OFF Indicator

VSA is partially disabled; also comes on in TRAIL and SAND drive modes. PDF page 329

Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

Passenger airbag is off because the seat is empty or a small child or infant is detected. Airbags will not deploy in a crash.
What to do: Children 12 and under should always ride restrained in a back seat. PDF page 44

Summarized in our own words from the 2026 Honda Passport 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.