Fuel and air

P0148 Fuel pump: error

By: Diagno editorial team · Updated: 2026-10-15

P0148 means: Fuel pump: error. The fuel pump delivers fuel from the tank to the engine. Don't drive until the car has been checked. The engine could be damaged. The repair usually costs about €150–800 in Estonia. The most common cause: fuel pump relay or fuse.

Is it safe to drive?Don't driveDon't drive until the car has been checked. The engine could be damaged.

Typical repair cost€150–800parts and labour in Estonia

What it means

The fuel pump delivers fuel from the tank to the engine. The computer found a fault in the pump supply or control.

What you may notice

No start or hard starting
The engine cuts out while driving
Less power

What could be wrong

1Fuel pump relay or fuse
2Wire or connector near the tank
3Worn fuel pump
4Fuel pump control module

Repair difficulty: Moderate

What you can check yourself

Switch the ignition on and listen for the pump humming from the tank for a couple of seconds. Check the fuse. Best left to a workshop. It needs a diagnostic tool and experience.

How we fix it

We measure pump supply and pressure
We check the relay, fuse and wiring
We replace the pump or its control module

Standard SAE description: Fuel Delivery Error

This code usually comes with: Check engine lightSee what the light means →

Related symptoms: Car won't start

Want a definite answer?

Bring the car to our workshop in Estonia for diagnostics. We read the fault codes, test the sensors and tell you what is wrong. Repair price depends on the work involved, generally €45 per hour.

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Questions

What does fault code P0148 mean?

Fuel pump: error. The fuel pump delivers fuel from the tank to the engine. The computer found a fault in the pump supply or control.

Can I drive with code P0148?

Don't drive until the car has been checked. The engine could be damaged.

How much does it cost to fix P0148?

Roughly €150–800 in Estonia. The price depends on exactly what has failed and on the car.

How is P0148 fixed?

We measure pump supply and pressure. We check the relay, fuse and wiring. We replace the pump or its control module.

Based on AI combined with our hands-on workshop experience and knowledge. This information is general and prices are approximate (Estonian workshop rates). The same code can mean different things on different cars. Only an inspection of the car gives a definite answer.