Green
The colour helps indicate urgency, but exact behaviour can vary by manufacturer.
Dashboard Warning Light
Turn Signal / Hazard
Turn signal or hazard lamps are operating; rapid flashing may indicate a lamp fault. The usual first step is: No action unless the flashing rate is unusually fast.
Information only
Use this as a quick triage label before confirming in your owner manual.
No action unless the flashing rate is unusually fast
Check the matching manual page for your exact brand, model and year when possible.
What it usually means
Turn signal or hazard lamps are operating; rapid flashing may indicate a lamp fault.
What to do next
No action unless the flashing rate is unusually fast. If the vehicle feels unsafe, stop in a safe place and arrange professional inspection.
Can I drive with the Turn Signal / Hazard light on?
The Turn Signal / Hazard light is usually a status indicator, but confirm it against your owner manual if the symbol stays on unexpectedly or appears with another warning.
First step: No action unless the flashing rate is unusually fast. 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 Turn Signal / Hazard dashboard light mean?
Turn signal or hazard lamps are operating; rapid flashing may indicate a lamp fault.
Can I drive with the Turn Signal / Hazard light on?
The Turn Signal / Hazard light is usually a status indicator, but confirm it against your owner manual if the symbol stays on unexpectedly or appears with another warning.
What should I check first when the Turn Signal / Hazard light appears?
Start with this step: No action unless the flashing rate is unusually fast. Then confirm the exact symbol behaviour in the owner manual for your car brand, model and year.