Low-pressure fuel pump recall (2018-19)
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What causes "Low-pressure fuel pump recall (2018-19)" on the Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S (ZN6/ZC6, 2013-2020), and how is it fixed?
The in-tank (low-pressure) Denso fuel pump impeller was made with lower density. Fix: Free replacement of the fuel pump under recall 21V-587 (Subaru WRG-21).
Symptoms
The engine runs poorly, may not start, or stalls while driving.
Cause
The in-tank (low-pressure) Denso fuel pump impeller was made with lower density. It can crack, absorb fuel and deform until the pump jams and stops. Toyota's filing covers 3,660 2018-19 86s built Apr-Nov 2018; the BRZ count was not confirmed from a primary page.
Fix (summary)
Free replacement of the fuel pump under recall 21V-587 (Subaru WRG-21). Check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
Related build entries
Other ZN6/ZC6 problems
- Valve spring recall (2013 BRZ and FR-S)
- Key can come out when not in Park (FR-S and 86 automatics)
- Rough idle or stalling on early cars (ECU software)
- Oil seepage from the cam plate, cam carriers or timing cover
- High-pitched chirp or cricket noise from the engine
- Creaking clutch pedal
More for this car
- All Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S (ZN6/ZC6, 2013-2020) fitment answers · ZN6/ZC6 common problems
- Newsletter archive: past issues with every new and corrected entry
Sources
- Part 573 Safety Recall Report 21V-587 (low-pressure fuel pump) — Manufacturer filing hosted by NHTSA (regulatory; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
- NHTSA recall acknowledgement 21V-587 — NHTSA (regulatory; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
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