Seat belt reminder warning light: meaning and what to do

Seat belt reminder

The exact symbol can vary between makes and models. Also check the message displayed by the vehicle.

How urgent is it?

Before driving: fasten occupants’ seat belts correctly.

How to recognise it

Person crossed by a seat belt.

What it can mean

Usually indicates an unfastened seat belt; several seats may be monitored.

What to do

With the car safely stopped, check occupants’ belts. Arrange system checks if the warning persists with belts fastened.

Before clearing the light or codes

Photograph the dashboard message and save all codes, the reporting module, fault status and freeze-frame data. Clearing can remove useful evidence without repairing the cause.

From warning light to inspection

A warning light can have many causes. The example codes below have NOT been scanned from your vehicle.

For red warning lights, follow the safety and stop instructions; do not delay assistance for online analysis.