- Low brake fluid: Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If it's low, add more brake fluid of the recommended type.
- Faulty brake light switch: The brake light switch is responsible for turning on the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed. If the brake light switch is faulty, it may cause the brake lights to stay on even when the brake pedal is not depressed.
- Faulty emergency brake switch: The emergency brake switch is responsible for turning on the emergency brake light when the emergency brake is engaged. If the emergency brake switch is faulty, it may cause the emergency brake light to stay on even when the emergency brake is not engaged.
- Electrical problems: There may be an electrical problem, such as a short circuit, that is causing the brake light and emergency brake light to stay on.
It's important to have this issue diagnosed and repaired as soon as possible, as it could be a safety hazard. Driving with your brake lights on unnecessarily could confuse other drivers and lead to an accident.