2021-2023 Honda Models Check Engine Light DTC P0087

What Honda is Investigating

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) has initiated an investigation into specific 2021-2023 Honda models due to customer complaints of the "Check Engine Light (CEL) on" and the storage of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0087. This code signifies "Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low [Loss of Fuel Pressure]". The investigation, identified internally as an "ACTION REQ'D" request, aims to thoroughly understand the root cause of this condition before any repairs are attempted.

Symptoms You Might Experience

Owners of affected vehicles may observe the "Check Engine Light (CEL) on" illuminated on their dashboard. In addition to the Honda P0087 CEL code being stored, some drivers have reported experiencing issues such as the engine being hard to start, a complete no-start condition, or the engine starting and then stumbling. These symptoms are often directly linked to the low fuel rail pressure condition indicated by the P0087 code.

How to Qualify for the Investigation

Honda is specifically seeking vehicles that meet certain criteria for inspection. Your vehicle may qualify if:

• Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0087 is confirmed to be stored in the vehicle's system.
• The fuel pressure in the low-pressure fuel system is found to be out of specification.
• The vehicle is currently at a Honda dealership when the issue is reported.
• No repair attempts have been made to address this specific issue.

Important Warnings for Owners

This communication is an internal request from Honda to its dealerships for assistance in an ongoing investigation. It is crucial for owners to understand that this is not a recall notice or a standard repair bulletin. Honda explicitly states that they "would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind." Therefore, if your vehicle exhibits these symptoms and meets the qualifiers, do not attempt to repair the issue yourself or have an independent shop perform repairs before Honda's inspection. Attempting repairs beforehand could disqualify your vehicle from the investigation.

Next Steps for Owners

If your 2021-2023 Honda Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot, or Ridgeline is displaying a "Check Engine Light (CEL) on" and you suspect it might be related to DTC P0087, and you are experiencing symptoms like hard starting or stumbling, contact your local authorized Honda dealership. Inform them about the symptoms and the potential Honda P0087 CEL issue. The dealership will then follow internal procedures to determine if your vehicle qualifies for Honda's investigation. If accepted, Honda's Technical Information & Support (TIS) team will provide further instructions for inspection.