Question 1

What does P0087 mean?

Accepted Answer

P0087 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. The fuel rail pressure is below the minimum threshold for the current demand. Common on GDI (direct injection) engines.

Question 2

What are the symptoms of P0087?

Accepted Answer

Check engine light, Hard starting, Engine misfires, Loss of power under load, Long crank times, Stalling

Question 3

What causes P0087?

Accepted Answer

Failing high-pressure fuel pump, Clogged fuel filter, Fuel supply restriction, Fuel pressure regulator fault, Low fuel level, Weak fuel pump

Question 4

How much does it cost to fix P0087?

Accepted Answer

Typical repair cost: $100-$1,500. On GDI engines, there are TWO fuel pumps — a low-pressure pump in the tank and a high-pressure pump on the engine. Diagnose which is failing before replacing. Low-pressure pump is $200-400, high-pressure is $300-800.

P0087 — Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low

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