P0230High urgency
Fuel Pump Primary Circuit
Fuel System · Fuel Pump
⛔ Vehicle may not start or may stall. Do not drive without diagnosing — loss of fuel pump means loss of engine.
What this means
The ECU has detected a fault in the primary fuel pump control circuit. The fuel pump relay or its control circuit is not functioning correctly.
Likely causes
- Failed fuel pump relayMost common
- Open circuit in fuel pump wiringCommon
- Failed fuel pumpCommon
- ECU fuel pump driver failureLess common
Estimated repair cost
Fuel pump relay$10 – $50
Fuel pump replacement$300 – $900
Wiring repair$100 – $300
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Frequently asked questions about P0230
What does P0230 mean?
The ECU has detected a fault in the primary fuel pump control circuit. The fuel pump relay or its control circuit is not functioning correctly.
Is P0230 serious?
Vehicle may not start or may stall. Do not drive without diagnosing — loss of fuel pump means loss of engine.
How much does it cost to fix P0230?
Repair costs for P0230 range from $10 – $50 depending on the root cause and your vehicle.
Can I drive with P0230?
No — this code indicates a serious issue. Stop driving and have the vehicle inspected immediately.