Jeep Warning Lights and Meanings

Complete guide to Jeep dashboard warning lights and symbols. Learn what each indicator means and what action you should take when they illuminate.

Understanding Jeep Dashboard Warning Lights

Jeep vehicles are equipped with an advanced diagnostic system that monitors various components and systems. When an issue is detected, a corresponding warning light will illuminate on your dashboard.

These warning lights are color-coded to indicate the severity of the issue:

Red: Indicates a serious issue that requires immediate attention. You should stop driving as soon as it's safe to do so.
Amber/Yellow: Suggests a less urgent problem that should be checked soon, but doesn't require immediate action.
Green: Usually informational, indicating that a system is active or functioning normally.
Blue: Usually informational, indicating features like high beam headlights or coolant temperature.
White: Usually informational, indicating that certain systems or features are currently active.

Below you'll find a comprehensive list of warning lights that may appear on your Jeep vehicle's dashboard.

Jeep Warning Light Categories

Critical Warning Lights

These red warning lights indicate serious issues that require immediate attention.

Service Warning Lights

These amber/yellow lights suggest issues that need attention soon but aren't immediately critical.

Information Indicators (Green)

These green lights simply inform you that certain systems are active.

Information Indicators (Blue)

These blue lights indicate that certain features or systems are enabled.

Information Indicators (White)

These white lights provide status information about various vehicle systems.

Critical Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate a fault with the air bag, and will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. This light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the air bag has been detected, it will stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light is either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light

This warning light will turn on when there’s a fault with the EPS system.

Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate a problem with the ETC system. If a problem is detected while the vehicle is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If the light remains on with the vehicle running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

This warning light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the engine coolant temperature is too high, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will sound for four minutes or until the engine is able to cool; whichever comes first. If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C) system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N) and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.

Hood Open Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the hood is left open and not fully closed.

Liftgate Open Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the liftgate is open.

Liftgate Open Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the liftgate is open.

Night Vision Animal Warning Light

The Night Vision Animal Warning Light will illuminate in red when an animal is detected directly in the vehicle’s path, near the headlights, and a collision is possible. If enabled, a chime will sound and a video pop-up may display when detection occurs.

Oil Pressure Sensor Failure Warning Light

This light will illuminate if there is a failure of the oil pressure sensor. If this light illuminates, take it to an authorized dealer and have them inspect it.

Oil Pressure Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as possible, and contact an authorized dealer. A chime will sound when this light turns on. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.

Oil Temperature Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate the engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. Wait for the oil temperature to return to normal levels.

Rear Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

This light indicates when a rear seat belt is unbuckled in the second row. When the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN position, and if a seat belt in the second row is unbuckled, a light corresponding to the specific seat will turn on in the upper right portion of the instrument cluster display, momentarily replacing the configurable corner information. If a second-row seat belt that was buckled at the start of the trip is unbuckled, the Rear Seat Belt Reminder Light will change from the buckled to the unbuckled symbol, and a chime will sound.

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

This warning light indicates when the driver or passenger seat belt is unbuckled. When the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN position and if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light will turn on. When driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will sound.

Transmission Fault Warning Light

This light will illuminate (together with a message in the instrument cluster display and a buzzer) to indicate a transmission fault. Contact an authorized dealer if the message remains after restarting the engine.

Transmission Temperature Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to warn of a high transmission fluid temperature. This may occur with strenuous usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or slightly faster, with the transmission in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), until the light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.

Vehicle Security Warning Light

This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security system is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.

Service Warning Lights

4WD Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.

4WD Indicator Light

4WD Lock Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the 4WD LOCK mode. The front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.

4WD Low Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the 4WD Low mode. The front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the wheels.

4WD Low Indicator Light

4WD Over Temperature Warning Light

The icon will appear on the instrument panel display to indicate overheating of the 4WD system. The mode selected by the user will be applied as soon as the system exits the overheating condition.

4WD Part Time Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the Four-Wheel Drive part time mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.

Active Driving Assist - Driver Inattentiveness

This light illuminates when driver inattentiveness has been detected, warning the driver to place their hands on the steering wheel.

Active Driving Assist Fault Warning Light

This light will turn on when the Active Driving Assist system has detected a fault.

Active Lane Management Warning Light

The Active Lane Management Warning Light will be solid yellow when the vehicle is approaching a lane marker. The warning light will flash when the vehicle is crossing the lane marker.

AdBlue® (UREA) Injection System Failure

This warning light will illuminate along with a dedicated message on the display (if equipped) if an unknown fluid not conforming with acceptable characteristics is inserted, or if an average consumption of AdBlue® (UREA) over 50% is detected. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the problem is not solved, a specific message will appear on the instrument cluster display whenever a certain threshold is reached until it will no longer be possible to start the engine. When about 125 miles (200 km) are remaining before the AdBlue® (UREA) tank is empty, a continuous dedicated message will appear on the instrument panel, accompanied by a chime.

Air Suspension Active Indicator Light

This light will illuminate when the air suspension system is actively adjusting the ride height.

Air Suspension Aerodynamic Height Indicator Light

This light will illuminate when the air suspension system is set to the Aerodynamic setting.

Air Suspension Entry/Exit Indicator Light

This light will illuminate when the vehicle is automatically lowered from ride height position downward for easy entry and exit of the vehicle.

Air Suspension Fault Warning Light

This light will illuminate when there is a fault detected in the air suspension system.

Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator Light

This light will illuminate when the air suspension system is set to the Off-Road 1 setting.

Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator Light

This light will illuminate when the air suspension system is set to the Off-Road 2 setting.

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

This warning light monitors the ABS. The light will turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required as soon as possible. However, the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally, assuming the Brake Warning Light is not also on. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position, have the brake system inspected by an authorized dealer.

Audio System Failure Light

This light will illuminate to report a failure of the Audio System. Contact an authorized dealership as soon as possible.

Auto HOLD! Fault Indicator Light

The Auto HOLD! Fault Indicator light will illuminate if a fault is detected, it will be indicated by a yellow ‘HOLD!’ indicator light that will stay on as long as the fault condition exists.

Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light

This light indicates when the front and/or rear axle locker fault has been detected.

Cargo Light On Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the Bed Lamp has been activated.

Cruise Control Fault Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate the Cruise Control system is not functioning properly and service is required. Contact an authorized dealer.

Dusk Sensor Malfunction Indicator Light

This symbol lights up (together with a dedicated message on display) when a dusk sensor malfunction is detected.

ESP BAS Indicator Light

The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator. The yellow”ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detectedin either the ESP or the BAS system, or both. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehiclehas been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon aspossible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.

Electric Park Brake Fault Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate the Electric Park Brake is not functioning properly and service is required. Contact an authorized dealer.

Electronic Stability Control Active Warning Light

This warning light will indicate when the ESC system is Active. The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position, and when ESC is activated. It should go out with the engine running. If the ESC Indicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this warning light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. ● The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. ● The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive. ● This light will come on when the vehicle is in an ESC event.

Electronic Stability Control OFF Warning Light

This warning light indicates the ESC is off. Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC system will be on, even if it was turned off previously.

Exterior Bulb Failure Indicator Light

This light will illuminate when there is a malfunction in one of the exterior bulbs.

Forward Collision Warning Indicator Light

This telltale will turn on to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you.

Forward Collision Warning OFF Indicator Light

This indicator light illuminates to indicate that FCW or PEB is off.

Forward Collision Warning OFF Indicator Light

This indicator light illuminates to indicate that FCW or PEB is off.

Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light

This light indicates when the front, rear, or both axles have been locked. The telltale will display the lock icon on the front and rear axles to indicate the current lock status.

Fuel Cutoff Failure Light

This light will illuminate if there is a fuel cutoff failure. If this light illuminates, take it to an authorized dealer and have them inspect it.

Fuel Cutoff Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate after an accident has occurred, and the system has shut the fuel off.

Fuel Level Sensor Failure Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate along with a dedicated message on the display if a problem is detected with the Fuel Level Sensor. If this light comes on, see an authorized dealer immediately.

Icy Road Condition Warning Light

This light will illuminate during an icy road condition.

Immobilizer Fail/VPS Electrical Alarm Indicator Light

This telltale will illuminate when the Vehicle Security system has detected an attempt to break into the vehicle.

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the fuel filler cap is loose. Properly close the filler cap to disengage the light. If the light does not turn off, please see an authorized dealer.

Low Coolant Level Warning Light

This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle coolant level is low.

Low Diesel Emissions Additive AdBlue® (UREA)

The Low Diesel Exhaust Emissions Additive AdBlue® (UREA) indicator light illuminates when the AdBlue® (UREA) level is low. Fill the AdBlue® (UREA) tank as soon as possible with at least 1.3 gallons (5 liters) of AdBlue® (UREA). If filling the tank is done with a remaining range of AdBlue® (UREA) in the tank equal to zero, you may need to wait two minutes before starting the vehicle.

Low Fuel Warning Light

When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 gal (7.5 L), this light will turn on and a chime will sound. The light will remain on until fuel is added.

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before the engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the ignition switch from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light after the engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing. When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible if this occurs.

Max Payload Exceeded Indicator Light

This light indicates that the maximum payload may have been exceeded or load leveling cannot be achieved at its current ride height.

NEUTRAL Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the 4WD power transfer case is in the NEUTRAL mode and the front and rear driveshafts are disengaged from the powertrain.

NEUTRAL Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the 4WD power transfer case is in the NEUTRAL mode and the front and rear driveshafts are disengaged from the powertrain.

Night Vision Animal Warning Light

The Night Vision Animal Warning Light will illuminate in yellow when an animal is approaching or is in the vehicle’s path.

Night Vision Pedestrian Warning Light

The Night Vision Pedestrian Warning Light will illuminate in yellow when a pedestrian is approaching or is in the vehicle’s path.

Off Road+ Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when Off Road+ has been activated.

Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light

This light indicates when the rear axle lock has been activated

Service 4WD Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to signal a fault with the 4WD system. If the light stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required. We recommend you drive to the nearest authorized dealer and have the vehicle serviced immediately.

Service 4WD Warning Light

Service Active Lane Management Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the Active Lane Management system is not operating and requires service. Please see an authorized dealer.

Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning Light

This light will turn on when the ACC is not operating and needs service.

Service Forward Collision Warning Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate a fault in the FCW or PEB System. Contact an authorized dealer for service.

Service Stop/Start System Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the Stop/Start system is not functioning properly and service is required. Contact an authorized dealer for service.

Sway Bar Fault Warning Light

This light will illuminate when there is a fault in the sway bar disconnect system.

Sway Bar Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the front sway bar is disconnected.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light

The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed. Should one or more tires be in the condition previously mentioned, the display will show the indications corresponding to each tire. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Towing Hook Breakdown Warning Light

This light illuminates when there is a failure with the tow hook. Contact an authorized dealer for service.

Transmission Temperature Indicator Light

This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usages, such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.

Wait To Start Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate for approximately two seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position. Its duration may be longer based on colder operating conditions. Vehicle will not initiate start until telltale is no longer displayed

Water In Fuel Indicator Light

The Water In Fuel Indicator Light will illuminate when there is water detected in the fuel filter. If this light remains on, DO NOT start the vehicle before you drain the water from the fuel filter to prevent engine damage, and please see an authorized dealer.

Information Indicators (Green)

4WD Auto Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the Four-Wheel Drive auto mode. The system will provide power to all four wheels and shift the power between the front and rear axles as needed. This will provide maximum traction in dry and slippery conditions.

4WD Auto Indicator Light

Active Driving Assist - Driver Attentive

This light will turn on when the system detects that the driver is attentive and is actively steering the vehicle.

Active Lane Management Indicator Light

The Active Lane Management indicator light illuminates solid green when both lane markings have been detected and the system is “armed” and ready to provide visual and torque warnings if an unintentional lane departure occurs.

Adaptive Cruise Control Set With No Target Detected

This will display when the ACC is set and the vehicle in front is not detected.

Adaptive Cruise Control Set With No Target Detected

This will display when the ACC is set and the vehicle in front is not detected.

Adaptive Cruise Control Set With Target

This will display when the ACC is set and the vehicle in front is detected.

Adaptive Cruise Control Set With Target

This will display when the ACC is set and the vehicle in front is detected.

Auto HOLD Indicator Light

Auto HOLD keeps your vehicle at a complete stop without you having to keep your foot on the brake pedal. Once engaged a green “HOLD” indicator will appear in the Instrument Cluster Display.

Automatic High Beam Indicator Light

This indicator shows that the automatic high beam headlights are on.

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the cruise control is set to the desired speed.

Front Fog Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.

Night Vision Active Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the Night Vision Warning System status is Active.

Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the parking lights or headlights are turned on.

Rear Seat Belt Fastened Indicator Light

This light indicates when a rear seat belt has been buckled in the second row. A telltale will display in the upper right corner of the instrument cluster display to correspond to the specific seating position once the seat belt has been buckled.

Snow Mode Indicator Light

This light will turn on when Snow Mode is active.

Sport Mode Indicator Light

This light will turn on when Sport mode is active.

Stop/Start Active Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” mode.

Tow Mode Indicator Light

This light will turn on when Tow Mode is active.

Track Mode Indicator Light

This light will turn on when Track Mode is active.

Turn Signal/Hazard Indicator Lights

When the left or right turn signal is activated, the turn signal indicator will flash independently and the corresponding exterior turn signal lamps will flash. Turn signals can be activated when the multifunction lever is moved down (left) or up (right).

Information Indicators (Blue)

High beam indicator light

This indicator light will illuminate to indicate that the high-beam headlights are on. With the low beams activated, push the multifunction lever forward (toward the front of the vehicle) to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the high beams. If the high beams are off, pull the lever toward you for a temporary high beam on, “flash to pass” scenario.

Information Indicators (White)

2WD High Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the Two-Wheel Drive High mode.

Active Driving Assist On Indicator Light

This light will turn on when the system is turned on, but is not actively providing steering to the vehicle.

Active Lane Management Indicator Light

When the LaneSense system is ON, but not armed, the LaneSense indicator light illuminates solid white. This occurs when only the left, right, or neither lane line has been detected. If a single lane line is detected, the system is ready to provide only visual warnings if an unintentional lane departure occurs on the detected lane line.

Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

This light will turn on when ACC has been turned on, but is not set.

Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

This light will turn on when ACC has been turned on, but is not set.

Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

This light will turn on when ACC has been turned on, but is not set.

Adaptive Cruise Control Set Light

This light will turn on when the vehicle equipped with ACC has reached the speed desired and the set button has been selected.

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

This light will turn on when the Cruise Control has been turned on, but not set.

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the cruise control is ready, but not set.

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the Cruise Control is set.

Hill Descent Control Indicator Light

This indicator shows when the HDC feature is turned on. The light will be on solid when HDC is armed. HDC can only be armed when the transfer case is in the 4WD Low position and the vehicle speed is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).

Idle Coasting Indicator Light

The Idle Coasting feature saves fuel by allowing engine speeds to drop to idle. When Idle Coasting is active, the Idle Coasting Indicator Light is shown in the Instrument Cluster Display.

Light Sensor Failure

This light illuminates when there is light sensor failure. If this light illuminates, have an authorized dealer inspect it.

Night Vision Suppressed Indicator Light

This light alerts the driver that the Night Vision Warning System status is Suppressed.

Rear Seat Unoccupied Indicator Light

This light indicates when the rear passenger seats are unoccupied, and will illuminate in the upper right portion of the instrument cluster display, momentarily replacing the configurable corner information .

Selec-Speed Control Indicator Light

This light will turn on when Selec-Speed Control is activated. To activate Selec-Speed Control, assure the vehicle is 4WD Low and push the button on the Instrument Panel.

Speed Warning Indicator Light

When Set Speed Warning is turned on and when the set speed is exceeded, a single chime will sound along with a pop-up message of “Speed Warning Exceeded.” Speed Warning can be turned on and off in the instrument cluster display. The number “55” is only an example of a speed that can be set.