P0087 on FORD ESCAPE — Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1

Q: "What does P0087 mean on a FORD ESCAPE?"

"P0087 indicates: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 8 FORD ESCAPE owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0087 on FORD ESCAPE?"

"Based on 8 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Unknown Or Other,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0087 serious on my FORD ESCAPE?"

"Of 8 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD ESCAPE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my FORD ESCAPE shows P0087?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0087 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE

P0087 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

8 FORD ESCAPE owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2013-2019. Most reports come from the 2014, 2013 model years.

Real FORD ESCAPE Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Engine stalls at idle and when taking off from intersection has two engine codes p008b p0087 sometimes desert a lot and sometimes very little"

— 2013 FORD ESCAPE owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 02/16/2021

"After starting the car will start to stutter even when pressing the gas and will stall. sometimes it will start and run fine for a few mins and then when depressing the brake to stop at a light or turn, it will die again after stuttering."

— 2013 FORD ESCAPE owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 03/12/2020

"Has to replace the Fan Assembly Coolant sensor three years in a row beginning in 2022, 2023, and 2024. 2023 January, also has the Right Side CV Axcle replaced because a/c coolant was leaking. This leaking went in to the transmission and the transmission also had to be rebuild."

— 2014 FORD ESCAPE owner · ENGINE · Filed 05/30/2024

"While driving the vehicle, the car will stall without any warning. The oil light will display, as well as the check engine light, but only after the car shuts down and is not operational. This has occurred at least 4-5 times in the past year or so, the most recent 2 weeks ago."

— 2014 FORD ESCAPE owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 08/12/2023

"UNKNOWN SSM 48397 SSM 48397 - 2013-2015 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC - 1.6L GTDI, 1.5L GTDI, Or 2.0L GTDI With DTC P00C6, P0087, P008A, P008B, P018C, Or P018D - FLP Sensor Available Some 2013-2015 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC with a 1.6L GTDI, 1.5L GTDI, or 2."

— 2014 FORD ESCAPE owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 02/22/2023

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2

'13

4

'14

1

'17

1

'19

Common Causes on FORD ESCAPE

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 25%

UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 12.5%

ENGINE 12.5%

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 12.5%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 12.5%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0087 mean on a FORD ESCAPE? ▾

P0087 indicates: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 8 FORD ESCAPE owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0087 on FORD ESCAPE? ▾

Based on 8 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Unknown Or Other,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0087 serious on my FORD ESCAPE? ▾

Of 8 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD ESCAPE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my FORD ESCAPE shows P0087? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.