2018–2020 Honda CR-V: Engine stalls or won't start (fuel pump recall)
Likely causes, ranked
- Fuel pump impeller swelling and binding (fuel pump replaced under recall)$0–$0Shop
Real-owner fix counts will appear here as reports come in.
DIY or shop: See DIY or shop section
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Symptom: The engine stumbles, loses power, or stalls while driving, or cranks but won't start. A check-engine light may come on with low fuel pressure code P0087.
Likely causes
- Fuel pump impeller. Honda's recalls describe a plastic impeller inside the pump that can swell and bind until the pump stops.
We didn't find a strong owner-forum thread for this one, so this page relies on the recall documents. We'll add owner reports later.
Cost
$0 under the recall.
DIY or shop?
Dealer only.
Useful steps
- Check your VIN at the NHTSA recall site. Several overlapping recalls exist.
- If the engine stalls, get to a safe spot and have it towed rather than retrying repeatedly.
Vehicle focus: 2018–2020 Honda CR-V.
Safety / mechanic note
A stall at speed can cause a crash. Verify with a dealer and get the recall done now.
Related trouble codes
Recalls & service bulletins
Recalls
- 21V215000 Low-pressure fuel pump impellers can deform and make the pump inoperative, causing a stall or no-start (includes 2018–2019 CR-V). Details
- 23V858000 Expanded Honda/Acura fuel pump recall covering many 2013–2023 models, including CR-V. Details
NHTSA complaints: 393 keyword-matched complaints for Honda CR-V 2018–2020 (of 3,510 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sources
What actually fixed it?
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