OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P008A Low Pressure Fuel System Pressure - Too Low
The low-pressure (lift pump) fuel pressure is below the expected value. Insufficient supply to the high-pressure pump leads to power loss and possible HP pump cavitation.
Is it safe to drive with P008A?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyFuel filter clogged
- Most likelyLift pump weak or failing
- PossibleLeak or air ingress in low-pressure line
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–4 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Lift Pump, Fuel Filter, Low Pressure Sensor
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.