P0087 on HONDA PILOT — Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1

Q: "What does P0087 mean on a HONDA PILOT?"

"P0087 indicates: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 7 HONDA PILOT owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0087 on HONDA PILOT?"

"Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0087 serious on my HONDA PILOT?"

"Of 7 NHTSA reports for this code on HONDA PILOT, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my HONDA PILOT 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 HONDA PILOT

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.

7 HONDA PILOT owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2016-2021. Most reports come from the 2016, 2017 model years. The most commonly reported component is Fuel/Propulsion System (57.1% of reports).

Real HONDA PILOT Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"I was driving on the interstate last March of 2024. I have a Honda Pilot 2016. Im going 70 miles an hour or so and my engine just stalls and quits. So many alerts come up on my vehicle as well."

— 2016 HONDA PILOT owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 02/25/2024

"After driving without incident, Pilot would not start 20 minutes after parking. Jumped and replaced battery. After replacing battery, car lost power while moving. Dash lights include hill start assist, traction control, AWD system, etc."

— 2016 HONDA PILOT owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 03/06/2023

"Our Honda Pilot 2016 starting experiencing fuel surging issues in July 2018 and was taken to our nearest Honda Dealership on 7/03/18 in The Dalles, Oregon. Honda stated it was a code C1841-27 which was repaired with no mention of fuel injector extended warranty issues, document included."

— 2016 HONDA PILOT owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 09/23/2022

"Driving the vehicle started to quickly lose power for about 15 seconds and it stalled while at speed on an interstate. Luckily I was in the right lane and was able to pull out of traffic onto the shoulder. The car had all the lights flash on the dashboard."

— 2016 HONDA PILOT owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 03/31/2022

"To whom it may concern, I own a 2017 Honda Pilot which recently stalled while I was driving on the highway, forcing me to pull over."

— 2017 HONDA PILOT owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 02/26/2025

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

4

'16

2

'17

1

'21

Common Causes on HONDA PILOT

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 57.1%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14.3%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14.3%

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 14.3%

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 HONDA PILOT? ▾

P0087 indicates: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 7 HONDA PILOT owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0087 on HONDA PILOT? ▾

Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0087 serious on my HONDA PILOT? ▾

Of 7 NHTSA reports for this code on HONDA PILOT, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my HONDA PILOT 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.