Warning and indicator lamps
Find important symbols and the possible meanings of some vehicle warning and indicator lamps here – for electric vehicles as well as combustion vehicles.
The warning and indicator lamps depicted here are only a selection of the possible lights in a Volkswagen.
They are shown below with the symbols and their descriptions, but this often differs from model to model and also over time. You can find detailed information on your car in your printed owner’s manual or in the digital owner’s manual in the vehicle infotainment system.
Warning and indicator lamps for combustion vehicles
Something in the cockpit suddenly lights up – is your combustion engine signalling with a flashing warning lamp or engine indicator lamp? We explain what the symbols can mean.
Warning and indicator lamps for electric cars
Is a lamp in an electric car lit up or flashing and you don’t know what the symbol means? We explain what the warning and indicator lamps can mean.
Warning symbols in your car: What they can indicate
We show you what the warning lights in your car might mean. Each lamp has its own meaning and not only the symbol, but also the colour, provides information:
- Red lamps indicate problems and malfunctions and should be checked immediately.
- Yellow or orange lamps should be checked as soon as possible.
- Green, white or blue symbols usually indicate activated functions or recommendations.
