Nissan Cube Warning Lights: What They Mean

Other warnings and indicators

Brake warning light

Parking brake is applied, or brake fluid is low; with the ABS light also on, the ABS may be faulty.
What to do: If on while running with parking brake released, stop, check brake fluid, add if needed, and have dealer check the system. PDF page 87

Engine oil pressure warning light

Engine oil pressure is low. It does not indicate low oil level.
What to do: If it flickers or comes on while driving, stop safely, turn off the engine immediately and call a dealer or repair shop. PDF page 88

Charge warning light

If on while the engine runs, the charging system may not be working properly.
What to do: Turn the engine off and check the alternator belt. If belt is faulty or light stays on, see a dealer immediately. PDF page 88

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

If on while running or driving, the ABS may be malfunctioning; anti-lock function is off but normal braking still works.
What to do: Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. PDF page 87

Supplemental air bag warning light

Front, side, curtain air bags and/or pretensioners may not operate in an accident.
What to do: Have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 91

Electric power steering warning light

If on with engine running, the power steering may be faulty; power assist stops and steering needs more effort.
What to do: Have the electric power steering system checked by a NISSAN dealer. PDF page 88

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light

Blinks when VDC or traction control is operating, showing traction limits and possibly slippery road. Staying on means VDC fail-safe mode is active.
What to do: If it stays on, have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. PDF page 91

Low tire pressure warning light

Tire pressure is low. Flashing about a minute then staying on signals a TPMS malfunction.
What to do: Avoid sudden steering or braking, slow down, stop safely, and check tire pressure; inflate to recommended cold pressure. PDF page 209

Intelligent Key system warning light

Yellow blink: key left outside vehicle. Green blink: key battery low. Steady yellow: system malfunction.
What to do: Keep key inside, replace battery, or contact a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for a malfunction. PDF page 88

Door open warning light

A door or the back door is not closed securely while the ignition is ON. PDF page 88

Cruise indicator light

Lit when cruise control main switch is on and system is operational; blinking while running suggests a cruise control malfunction.
What to do: If blinking, have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. PDF page 91

Front passenger air bag status light

Lit when the passenger front air bag is OFF, depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. PDF page 91

Engine start operation indicator light

Appears with shift lever in P; the engine will start by pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. PDF page 91

Exterior light indicator

Lit when the headlight switch is in AUTO or on position and parking, instrument, tail, license plate or headlights are on. PDF page 91

High beam indicator light

Headlight high beams are on; goes out when low beam is selected. PDF page 91

Summarized in our own words from the 2014 Nissan Cube 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.