P0087 on Toyota: How to Diagnose & Fix
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low
6 Toyota models · 6 documented issues · 6 critical
P0087 on Toyota by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
Certain 2018-2020 Corollas have a low-pressure fuel pump with an impeller that can deform due to excessive fuel absorption. This can cause reduced fuel delivery, engine hesitation, and in worst cases, engine stalling while driving - creating a significant crash risk. This is a safety recall affecting multiple Toyota models.
Common Symptoms
- Engine hesitation or loss of power during acceleration
- Engine stalling while driving
- Difficulty starting the vehicle
- Check engine light illumination
How to Fix
Replace fuel pump assembly with improved part (covered under recall).
Owner tips & cautions
- WarningThis is a high-severity issue - ignoring it can lead to costly repairs or safety concerns. Address it promptly.
- TipGet a proper diagnosis before replacing parts - similar symptoms can have different causes
- TipSearch Toyota Corolla forums and owner groups for real-world experiences and DIY guides
- TipGet multiple quotes from independent mechanics - dealer prices can be 2-3x higher for the same repair
Sources for this issue (5)
- NHTSA: Toyota Motor North America 20V-012 Denso Fuel Pump Recallnhtsa
- NHTSA recalls for 2020 Toyota Corolla (includes fuel pump recall 20V-682)nhtsa
- Toyota Pressroom: Toyota Recalls Certain Toyota and Lexus Vehiclesmanufacturer
- ClassAction.org: Jan. 2020 Toyota Lexus Denso Fuel Pump Recall Left Out 2018-2019 Vehiclesmedia
- Torque News: Toyota Adds Vehicles to Massive Fuel Pump Recallmedia
Toyota's Denso low-pressure fuel-pump recall history includes certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles under original NHTSA recall 20V012 / Toyota 20TB02/20TA02, certain 2018-2020 Camry vehicles under its expansion 20V682 / Toyota 20TA02, and a small omitted population of 2018 Camrys under 25V028 / 25TA01. An affected pump can stop operating, causing warning messages, rough running, engine stall and inability to restart; a stall at higher speed increases crash risk. Applicability depends on the VIN and specific pump population, not model year alone.
Common Symptoms
- Warning lights or messages
- Rough engine running
- Engine stall
- Engine may not restart after the pump stops
How to Fix
Check the VIN at Toyota's official recall lookup or with a Toyota dealer. If an applicable campaign is open, the dealer replaces the involved low-pressure fuel pump with an improved pump free of charge. If the engine runs rough, warning indicators appear or the vehicle begins losing power, move out of traffic and stop safely; if it stalls, do not rely on it restarting. Do not buy a pump yourself, and do not treat codes such as P0087/P0230/P0231/P0232 as proof of recall eligibility.
Owner tips & cautions
- WarningRecall eligibility is VIN-specific. Do not buy a pump or infer inclusion from the model year, symptoms or a generic fuel-system DTC.
- TipAsk Toyota to confirm both 20TA02/20V012 and 25TA01/25V028 status for the VIN and document completion of the free improved-pump remedy.
Sources for this issue (5)
The Denso-built low-pressure (in-tank) fuel pump can fail without warning. The pump impeller was molded from a lower-density resin that absorbs fuel over time, swells, and binds against the pump housing, stopping the pump. This cuts fuel delivery and causes the engine to stall, often at speed. It was covered under NHTSA recall 20V-682 (Toyota 20TA02), an expansion of 20V-012, affecting roughly 2017-2020 Siennas alongside many other Toyota/Lexus models.
Common Symptoms
- Engine stalls or dies while driving, sometimes at highway speed
- Long crank / hard start, especially when warm
- Rough running, sputtering, or hesitation before stalling
- Check engine light with lean or fuel-trim codes in some cases
- Whining or no sound from fuel tank at key-on
How to Fix
Have the vehicle checked against recall 20V-682/20TA02 at any Toyota dealer; the remedy is free replacement of the fuel pump assembly with the redesigned (higher-density impeller) unit. Owners of unrepaired vehicles experiencing hard starts, rough running, or a sudden stall with no DTC for misfire should suspect the pump. Replacement of the full fuel pump/sender assembly out of warranty runs roughly $600-$1,000.
Call to confirm they can assess your vehicle and perform the stated work. Search results do not confirm qualification, eligibility or coverage.
Sources for this issue (3)
Certain Highlanders are part of Toyota's large Denso low-pressure fuel pump recall (NHTSA 20V-012). The pump's impeller can absorb excessive fuel and deform, interfering with the pump body and causing the pump to fail. This leads to rough running, hard starting, and engine stalling — potentially at speed and without warning — creating a crash risk. The defect spans many Toyota/Lexus models; the 2018-2019 Highlander was named in the original campaign, and 2017-2019 Highlanders were added in the 20V-682 expansion.
Common Symptoms
- Engine stalls while driving, sometimes at speed
- Long crank / hard starting
- Rough idle or hesitation
- Illuminated check engine light
- Engine fails to restart after stalling
- Fuel system warning indicators
How to Fix
Under recall 20V-012 (and related expansions), Toyota dealers replace the low-pressure fuel pump assembly with an improved-impeller unit free of charge. Owners should run their VIN at nhtsa.gov or contact Toyota; vehicles showing stalling/hard-start symptoms before the pump is replaced should be inspected promptly.
Sources for this issue (4)
Tundras built with certain Denso low-pressure (in-tank) fuel pumps have a defectively designed plastic impeller that can absorb fuel, swell/deform, and strike the pump housing — causing the pump to seize. The result is hard starting, rough running, illuminated warning lights, and engine stalling, including potentially at speed, which is a crash risk. Toyota recalled millions of Toyota/Lexus vehicles (pump part numbers beginning 23220/23221) starting January 2020 and expanded it repeatedly; affected Tundra model years are 2018-2020 (recalls 20V-012 and 20V-682, plus Customer Support Program 23TE05). A class-action settlement created a Customer Support Program extending coverage to 15 years from original sale for fuel-pump repairs.
Common Symptoms
- Engine stalls while driving or at idle
- Long crank / hard starting
- Rough running or hesitation
- Check engine light
- Whining or no fuel-pump prime noise
- Fuel-related warning lights
How to Fix
Covered under Toyota recall / Customer Support Program — dealer replaces the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved-impeller design at no charge. Verify the VIN on the NHTSA or Toyota recall site. Out-of-coverage replacement involves dropping or accessing the in-tank pump assembly. Reimbursement may be available for prior out-of-pocket repairs.
Sources for this issue (6)
- NHTSA Recall 20V-012: Fuel Pump May Fail (2018-2019 Tundra)nhtsa
- NHTSA Recall 20V-682: Fuel Pump May Fail (2019-2020 Tundra)nhtsa
- Toyota Customer Support Program 23TE05 - Denso Low Pressure Fuel Pump Class Action Settlementtsb
- Toyota Tundra Fuel Pump Recall - Asbury Autorecall
- Fuel pump recall...more Toyotas added to include 18-20 Tundraforum
- Toyota Fuel Pump Recall Isn't Adequate, Alleges Lawsuit - CarComplaintsarticle
Certain 2019-2020 gasoline RAV4 vehicles are included in NHTSA Recall 20V682 / Toyota campaign 20TA02 for a low-pressure fuel pump that may stop operating. The vehicle may display warning lights or messages, run roughly, fail to restart or stall while driving; a stall at higher speed can increase crash risk. Campaign eligibility is VIN-specific.
Common Symptoms
- Warning lights or messages
- Rough engine operation
- Engine does not restart
- Engine stalls while driving
How to Fix
Check the VIN at Toyota's recall lookup or NHTSA.gov/recalls and contact an authorized Toyota dealer. If the recall is open, the dealer replaces the affected low-pressure fuel pump with an improved pump at no charge. If the vehicle runs roughly, will not restart or stalls, move out of traffic when safe and arrange dealer or roadside assistance rather than relying on a generic parts diagnosis. Do not clear an open recall by buying a retail pump; dealer documentation closes the campaign for the VIN.
Call to confirm they can assess your vehicle and perform the stated work. Search results do not confirm qualification, eligibility or coverage.
Owner tips & cautions
- WarningRecall coverage is VIN-specific; verify an open 20V682/20TA02 campaign before assuming a symptom or vehicle is included.
- TipKeep the dealer repair order showing the recall completion so the VIN's campaign history is documented.
Sources for this issue (2)
P0087 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0087 mean on a Toyota?
P0087 stands for "Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low." This code means the fuel rail or fuel system pressure has dropped below the level the engine's computer expects. The computer monitors a fuel pressure sensor and has seen pressure fall too low, meaning the engine isn't getting enough fuel — especially noticeable under acceleration or load. This is most common on direct-injection and diesel systems that run very high pressures. Symptoms include hard starting, stalling, hesitation, lack of power, and possible limp mode. On Toyota it is documented across 6 models: Corolla, Camry, Sienna, Highlander, Tundra, RAV4.
What are the most common causes of P0087?
The most common causes of P0087 are: Clogged or dirty fuel filter, Weak or failing fuel pump (lift pump or high-pressure pump), Faulty fuel pressure regulator or control valve, Restricted or leaking fuel lines, Faulty fuel pressure sensor, Air in the fuel system or running low on fuel, Worn high-pressure pump (direct injection/diesel). The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0087 on a Toyota?
Repair costs vary widely with the root cause and Toyota model; each issue on this page carries its own estimate where one is published.
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Content compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, and owner reports. May contain errors. Always verify with your vehicle's service manual.