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

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

"P0087 indicates: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 4 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA."

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

"Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

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

"Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FUSION, 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 FUSION 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 FUSION

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.

4 FORD FUSION owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2013-2016. Most reports come from the 2015, 2013 model years. The most commonly reported component is Fuel/Propulsion System (50.0% of reports).

Real FORD FUSION Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"This is a reoccurring issue with the direct fuel injection system (gdi). the high pressure pump is ground into the top of the camshaft cam and causing fuel rail failure, engine codes p0087 & p219a. the dealership has repaired this once under warranty."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 08/01/2020

"Filled up car w/ gas, car sputtered like it was not getting gas. car shut off but power stayed on. tried to start car again, & it sputtered again. i then pushed on accelerator to give gas, and car sputtered as i let off, then died, but still had power."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 12/01/2018

"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 80 MPH while driving. The vehicle started jerking and failed to exceed 60 MPH. The vehicle jerked and then failed to exceed 40 MPH."

— 2016 FORD FUSION owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 10/01/2024

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'13

2

'15

1

'16

Common Causes on FORD FUSION

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 50%

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 25%

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 25%

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 FUSION? ▾

P0087 indicates: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 4 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA.

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

Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0087 serious on my FORD FUSION? ▾

Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FUSION, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my FORD FUSION 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.