All dashboard symbols

Red

Key Not Detected

The smart key is not being read by the vehicle.

Stop safely

The vehicle is unable to sense the presence of your key fob inside the cabin, which prevents the engine from starting or continuing to run. This often happens due to signal interference or a weak battery inside the fob.

What to do

  1. 01Place the key fob directly against the start button or the designated backup location in your console.
  2. 02Ensure your vehicle is in park and try starting the engine again.
  3. 03If the car does not start or the warning persists, pull over in a safe location and call for roadside assistance.

Other common causes

A dead key fob battery, signal interference from other electronics like smartphones, or a faulty receiver antenna within the vehicle.

How we check it

We test the signal strength of your remote and check the vehicle's interior antenna modules for communication errors.

Symbols vary by make and model — always confirm in your owner's manual. If the light is red, the car feels different, or the light is blinking, stop and call us before driving further.