Battery / Charging System Light: What It Means & What to Do
Severity: High Stop or minimize driving and get it looked at right away.
What it means
The charging system is not keeping the battery charged, usually from an alternator, belt, or wiring problem. The car is running on battery power and may stall.
Typical color: Red
Colors & variants
- Red battery symbol
- Text warning on some vehicles
What to do
- Turn off non-essential electrical loads
- Drive directly to a safe place or shop
- Have the battery and alternator tested