Red/Amber
The colour helps indicate urgency, but exact behaviour can vary by manufacturer.
Dashboard Warning Light
Electronic Parking Brake / EPB
Red usually means applied; amber usually indicates an electrical fault. The usual first step is: Release before driving; if amber or it will not release, service.
Varies by state
Use this as a quick triage label before confirming in your owner manual.
Release before driving; if amber or it will not release, service
Check the matching manual page for your exact brand, model and year when possible.
What it usually means
Red usually means applied; amber usually indicates an electrical fault.
What to do next
Release before driving; if amber or it will not release, service. If the vehicle feels unsafe, stop in a safe place and arrange professional inspection.
Can I drive with the Electronic Parking Brake / EPB light on?
Treat the Electronic Parking Brake / EPB light as urgent if it is red, flashing, or the car feels unsafe. Stop in a safe place and check the owner manual before continuing.
First step: Release before driving; if amber or it will not release, service. If the warning appears with noise, smoke, overheating, poor braking, heavy steering, or reduced power, stop safely and get professional help.
Quick answers
What does the Electronic Parking Brake / EPB dashboard light mean?
Red usually means applied; amber usually indicates an electrical fault.
Can I drive with the Electronic Parking Brake / EPB light on?
Treat the Electronic Parking Brake / EPB light as urgent if it is red, flashing, or the car feels unsafe. Stop in a safe place and check the owner manual before continuing.
What should I check first when the Electronic Parking Brake / EPB light appears?
Start with this step: Release before driving; if amber or it will not release, service. Then confirm the exact symbol behaviour in the owner manual for your car brand, model and year.