Amber/Red
The colour helps indicate urgency, but exact behaviour can vary by manufacturer.
Dashboard Warning Light
Power Steering / EPS
Steering assistance is reduced or unavailable. The usual first step is: Grip firmly; stop if steering is heavy or red, otherwise inspect soon.
Varies by state
Use this as a quick triage label before confirming in your owner manual.
Grip firmly; stop if steering is heavy or red, otherwise inspect soon
Check the matching manual page for your exact brand, model and year when possible.
What it usually means
Steering assistance is reduced or unavailable.
What to do next
Grip firmly; stop if steering is heavy or red, otherwise inspect soon. If the vehicle feels unsafe, stop in a safe place and arrange professional inspection.
Can I drive with the Power Steering / EPS light on?
Treat the Power Steering / EPS 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: Grip firmly; stop if steering is heavy or red, otherwise inspect soon. 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 Power Steering / EPS dashboard light mean?
Steering assistance is reduced or unavailable.
Can I drive with the Power Steering / EPS light on?
Treat the Power Steering / EPS 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 Power Steering / EPS light appears?
Start with this step: Grip firmly; stop if steering is heavy or red, otherwise inspect soon. Then confirm the exact symbol behaviour in the owner manual for your car brand, model and year.