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P0087 on Hyundai Tucson

Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1

NHTSA Reports
3
Severity
medium
Most Affected
2018, 2015
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012
Last reviewed: Last updated:

Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Hyundai Tucson context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.

Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).

Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.

What P0087 Means on Your Hyundai Tucson

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.

3 HYUNDAI TUCSON owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2015-2018. Most reports come from the 2018, 2015 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (66.7% of reports).

Real Hyundai Tucson Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Previous History: Vehicle already required an engine replacement - short block assembly."

— 2015 Hyundai Tucson owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 2022-01-09

"I have experienced two near-fatal incidents involving a sudden, uncommanded loss of motive power while traveling at highway speeds (approx. 70 MPH). On February 11, 2026, the vehicle entered "Limp Home Mode" without warning, dropping speed to 60 MPH and 2000 RPM in heavy traffic."

— 2018 Hyundai Tucson owner · ENGINE · Filed 2026-02-16

"I am writing this letter to formally document a series of catastrophic safety failures and gross negligence regarding my 2018 Hyundai Tucson."

— 2018 Hyundai Tucson owner · ENGINE · Filed 2026-02-11

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'15
2
'18

Common Causes on Hyundai Tucson

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 66.7%
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 33.3%

What To Do Next

  1. 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. 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. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

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