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P0087 on TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2017, 2019

What P0087 Means on Your TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

Real TOYOTA HIGHLANDER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"In motion but at slow speeds (<40mph) complete loss of power. all systems failed, including engine, steering and brakes. error code p0087 indicate fuel problem. fuel pump? happened twice, about 40k miles apart. once in construction zone on interstate and once on very isolated rural road."

— 2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 07/21/2017

"Driving under "normal" weather conditions when the check engine light warning along with the hybrid maintenance warning light. The car stalled while trying to safely pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the nearest Toyota dealership."

— 2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER owner • ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 07/13/2021

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0087 on TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2017
1
2019
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  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.

P0087 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026