Reduced Engine Power / Limp Mode: What It Means & What to Do
Severity: High Stop or minimize driving and get it looked at right away.
What it means
The engine computer has limited power to protect the engine or transmission, often due to a throttle or sensor fault.
Typical color: Amber
Colors & variants
- Reduced Engine Power text
- Wrench or EPC light on some brands
What to do
- Drive carefully to a safe place
- Have codes read soon