Brake Warning Light on Jazz Hybrid, Normal or Worrying?

Hey there! I actually had a similar situation with my 2014 Honda Insight Hybrid last month. That brake warning light definitely needs attention, don't ignore it. In my case, it started with just the warning light, but I noticed a slight squealing when braking. Took it to the garage, and turns out my brake pads were seriously worn down and had started damaging the rotors too. They had to replace both the pads and rotors on all four wheels. It was quite serious since the rotors were scored pretty badly, if I'd waited longer, it could've led to brake failure. Your Jazz's warning light is likely the same system alerting you. With only 27,844 KM, it might just be the brake pads, but best to get it checked soon. These hybrid systems put different wear patterns on brakes compared to conventional cars because of the regenerative braking. Would suggest getting it looked at ASAP, brake issues aren't something to postpone.

Thanks for sharing your experience! That's really helpful. I had the same worry about the brake system on my Jazz. Took it to a shop and they also found worn brake pads and slightly damaged rotors, sounds pretty similar to your situation. Can't remember exactly, but I feel like I'm missing some details here. Do you recall roughly how much you ended up paying for the full repair? Also, has everything been running smoothly since the fix, or have you noticed any other brake-related issues popping up? Just want to make sure I'm prepared for what might come next with mine.

Hey again! Glad I could help! Yes, everything has been running perfectly smooth with my Insight since I got the brakes fixed. The warning light disappeared right after the repair, and the brakes feel way more responsive now, no more squealing or any weird noises. For the costs, I paid exactly 480€ for the whole job. Looking back, it was totally worth it for the peace of mind, even though it wasn't exactly cheap. The mechanic did a thorough job, and I haven't had a single brake-related issue since then. The car stops like a charm now! I'd say once you get yours sorted, you should be good to go for quite a while. Just keep an ear out for any unusual sounds and stay on top of regular maintenance. These hybrids are pretty reliable overall, but yeah, those brake systems can be a bit different from regular cars because of the regenerative braking setup. Let me know if you notice anything else weird with yours after the repair, always happy to compare notes with fellow hybrid owners!

Thanks so much for the detailed response! Just wanted to update you on my Jazz situation. Finally got it sorted at a new mechanic I found. You were spot on about getting it checked quickly, really glad I didn't wait. The final bill came to about the same as yours, and they did a complete job with new pads and rotors. The funny part was when I went to pick it up, the mechanic actually showed me the old brake pads, and wow, they were completely worn down! Can't believe I was driving around like that. The best part is that the car feels totally different now, stops really smoothly, and that annoying warning light is finally gone. Really appreciate you sharing your experience earlier, it helped me know what to expect and not get caught off guard by the cost. My Jazz is running perfectly now, and I've learned my lesson about not waiting too long when those warning lights pop up. Guess we both dodged a bullet by getting our brakes fixed when we did! Thanks again for all the help!