Amber/Red
The colour helps indicate urgency, but exact behaviour can vary by manufacturer.
Dashboard Warning Light
Pedestrian Protection
Pedestrian detection or active-bonnet safety system warning or fault; exact meaning varies. The usual first step is: Follow the message; stop if red/instructed and arrange service.
Service required
Use this as a quick triage label before confirming in your owner manual.
Follow the message; stop if red/instructed and arrange service
Check the matching manual page for your exact brand, model and year when possible.
What it usually means
Pedestrian detection or active-bonnet safety system warning or fault; exact meaning varies.
What to do next
Follow the message; stop if red/instructed and arrange service. If the vehicle feels unsafe, stop in a safe place and arrange professional inspection.
Can I drive with the Pedestrian Protection light on?
Treat the Pedestrian Protection 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: Follow the message; stop if red/instructed and arrange 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 Pedestrian Protection dashboard light mean?
Pedestrian detection or active-bonnet safety system warning or fault; exact meaning varies.
Can I drive with the Pedestrian Protection light on?
Treat the Pedestrian Protection 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 Pedestrian Protection light appears?
Start with this step: Follow the message; stop if red/instructed and arrange service. Then confirm the exact symbol behaviour in the owner manual for your car brand, model and year.