Amber/Red
The colour helps indicate urgency, but exact behaviour can vary by manufacturer.
Dashboard Warning Light
Reduced Power / Limp Mode
Power is limited to protect the vehicle because of low energy, temperature, or a fault. The usual first step is: Reduce demand; stop if red/unsafe; service if persistent.
Varies by state
Use this as a quick triage label before confirming in your owner manual.
Reduce demand; stop if red/unsafe; service if persistent
Check the matching manual page for your exact brand, model and year when possible.
What it usually means
Power is limited to protect the vehicle because of low energy, temperature, or a fault.
What to do next
Reduce demand; stop if red/unsafe; service if persistent. If the vehicle feels unsafe, stop in a safe place and arrange professional inspection.
Can I drive with the Reduced Power / Limp Mode light on?
Treat the Reduced Power / Limp Mode 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: Reduce demand; stop if red/unsafe; service if persistent. 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 Reduced Power / Limp Mode dashboard light mean?
Power is limited to protect the vehicle because of low energy, temperature, or a fault.
Can I drive with the Reduced Power / Limp Mode light on?
Treat the Reduced Power / Limp Mode 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 Reduced Power / Limp Mode light appears?
Start with this step: Reduce demand; stop if red/unsafe; service if persistent. Then confirm the exact symbol behaviour in the owner manual for your car brand, model and year.