A brake-system warning can refer to an engaged parking brake or a condition that needs attention in the braking system. The exact meaning depends on the vehicle, the color of the warning, and any message displayed beside it.

Check that the parking brake is released using the normal procedure. If a red warning persists, follow the owner's manual. A soft pedal, reduced stopping ability, or a suspected leak calls for a safe stop and assistance rather than a continued journey.

Tell The Car Clinic of Miami in Miami whether the light remains on after release and whether an ABS warning appears at the same time. These observations are more useful than guessing at the failed part.