A fault already stored in the fuel pump control module, such as a fuel pump or fuel pressure sensor problem (RepairPal lists a faulty fuel pump and a failed fuel pressure sensor). Bad fuel pump relay, or a blown fuse (RepairPal lists the relay; OBD-Codes.com says to check fuses and relays). Open voltage supply circuit to the fuel pump control module, or wiring problems (both sources). Tripped or faulty fuel pump inertia (shutoff) switch, especially after a collision (OBD-Codes.com). Faulty fuel pump control module, PCM, or a programming error (both sources). On some 2014 Buick Enclave, Cadillac CTS and Escalade, Chevrolet Impala Limited, Suburban, Tahoe and Traverse, and GMC Acadia, Yukon and Yukon XL models built before September 23, 2013: a fuel pump flow control module from an affected production batch that can set a false MIL (GM bulletin PI1082).

Diagnose and repair the code stored in the fuel pump control module (for example the fuel pump or fuel pressure sensor). Replace a bad fuel pump relay or fuse, or reset or replace the inertia switch. Repair damaged wiring, connectors or grounds in the fuel pump control module circuits. Replace the fuel pump if it has good power and ground but does not run, per RepairPal. Reprogram or replace the fuel pump control module if its power and ground are good but it isn't doing its job (both sources); on the 2014 GM models in bulletin PI1082, check the module's Julian date label (affected range 115 to 228).

P069E⛽ Fuel pump control module (fuel delivery)Stop and fix promptly

P069E: Fuel Pump Control Module Requested MIL (Meaning, Causes, Fixes)

Q: What does P069E mean?

P069E means the fuel pump control module found a problem in the fuel system and asked the engine computer to turn on the check engine light. RepairPal and OBD-Codes.com both describe it this way. It is a messenger code: the real fault is usually stored as a separate code in the fuel pump control module, so that code needs to be read and fixed. On many newer vehicles, especially GM models, a separate fuel pump control module (also called the fuel pump flow control module) runs the in-tank fuel pump. RepairPal says it receives the desired fuel pressure from the engine control module and uses a fuel pressure sensor for feedback. When that module detects a fault, it sets its own code and sends a message to the engine computer asking it to light the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL); the engine computer then stores P069E, per RepairPal and OBD-Codes.com. RepairPal notes that additional codes will be stored in the engine computer or the fuel pump control module and need to be diagnosed. OBD-Codes.com adds that on some vehicles the fuel pump controller is built into the PCM rather than being a stand-alone module. The sources differ on likely causes: RepairPal lists the fuel pump, fuel pressure sensor and relay first, while OBD-Codes.com points at the controller, its power supply circuit and the inertia (fuel shutoff) switch. GM service bulletin PI1082 also shows that on some 2014 GM vehicles a batch of fuel pump flow control modules could turn the light on falsely.

Q: Can I keep driving with P069E?

Stop and fix promptly. RepairPal puts P069E in its urgent category, meaning action is needed right away because it can cause severe damage or put the people in the car at risk. OBD-Codes.com says fuel pump control module codes should always be taken seriously, because the underlying fault can cause drivability problems or a no-start. If the engine is slow to start, stumbles or loses power, get it checked soon rather than risk being stranded.

Reviewed 2026-10-23 · Based on 3 cited source(s)

What P069E means

On many newer vehicles, especially GM models, a separate fuel pump control module (also called the fuel pump flow control module) runs the in-tank fuel pump. RepairPal says it receives the desired fuel pressure from the engine control module and uses a fuel pressure sensor for feedback. When that module detects a fault, it sets its own code and sends a message to the engine computer asking it to light the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL); the engine computer then stores P069E, per RepairPal and OBD-Codes.com. RepairPal notes that additional codes will be stored in the engine computer or the fuel pump control module and need to be diagnosed. OBD-Codes.com adds that on some vehicles the fuel pump controller is built into the PCM rather than being a stand-alone module. The sources differ on likely causes: RepairPal lists the fuel pump, fuel pressure sensor and relay first, while OBD-Codes.com points at the controller, its power supply circuit and the inertia (fuel shutoff) switch. GM service bulletin PI1082 also shows that on some 2014 GM vehicles a batch of fuel pump flow control modules could turn the light on falsely.

Severity: can I keep driving?

Stop and fix promptly

RepairPal puts P069E in its urgent category, meaning action is needed right away because it can cause severe damage or put the people in the car at risk. OBD-Codes.com says fuel pump control module codes should always be taken seriously, because the underlying fault can cause drivability problems or a no-start. If the engine is slow to start, stumbles or loses power, get it checked soon rather than risk being stranded.

Common symptoms

Check engine light on (both sources)
Engine performance or drivability problems (both sources)
Delayed or extended engine starting (OBD-Codes.com)
No-start condition (OBD-Codes.com)
Other stored codes, often in the fuel pump control module (OBD-Codes.com; RepairPal)

Likely causes

Roughly most to least common, based on the sources below. Your vehicle may differ.

A fault already stored in the fuel pump control module, such as a fuel pump or fuel pressure sensor problem (RepairPal lists a faulty fuel pump and a failed fuel pressure sensor)
Bad fuel pump relay, or a blown fuse (RepairPal lists the relay; OBD-Codes.com says to check fuses and relays)
Open voltage supply circuit to the fuel pump control module, or wiring problems (both sources)
Tripped or faulty fuel pump inertia (shutoff) switch, especially after a collision (OBD-Codes.com)
Faulty fuel pump control module, PCM, or a programming error (both sources)
On some 2014 Buick Enclave, Cadillac CTS and Escalade, Chevrolet Impala Limited, Suburban, Tahoe and Traverse, and GMC Acadia, Yukon and Yukon XL models built before September 23, 2013: a fuel pump flow control module from an affected production batch that can set a false MIL (GM bulletin PI1082)

Diagnostic steps you can do

⚠ Before you start

Work on a cool engine, parked on level ground with the parking brake set. Never work under a car supported only by a jack.

Read all stored codes with a scan tool, including any codes in the fuel pump control module, and write down the freeze frame data. Both sources say other fuel pump and fuel supply codes should be fixed first.
RepairPal says P069E can pop up intermittently or after a dead battery, especially as a history code. Clear it and see if it returns.
Check the fuel pump fuses and relay. RepairPal suggests swapping the fuel pump relay with an identical relay under the hood to see if the pump starts working.
If the vehicle was in a collision, check whether the fuel pump inertia (shutoff) switch has tripped, as OBD-Codes.com recommends.
Look for broken wires, loose or corroded connectors, and water damage around the fuel pump control module and its wiring.
Look up technical service bulletins (TSBs) for your year, make and model; GM has issued bulletins for P069E on several models.

Typical fixes

Diagnose and repair the code stored in the fuel pump control module (for example the fuel pump or fuel pressure sensor)
Replace a bad fuel pump relay or fuse, or reset or replace the inertia switch
Repair damaged wiring, connectors or grounds in the fuel pump control module circuits
Replace the fuel pump if it has good power and ground but does not run, per RepairPal
Reprogram or replace the fuel pump control module if its power and ground are good but it isn't doing its job (both sources); on the 2014 GM models in bulletin PI1082, check the module's Julian date label (affected range 115 to 228)

Repair costs vary widely by vehicle, region, parts brand and shop, so we don't quote prices. Get a written estimate after diagnosis.

🛠 When to call a pro

P069E is a request code: both sources say the fuel pump control module stores its own fault and asks the engine computer to light the MIL, so retrieve the fuel pump control module's codes and freeze frame data before testing parts
RepairPal's fuel pressure check: compare desired and actual fuel pressure on a scan tool; if they don't match, confirm with a mechanical gauge. Good mechanical pressure with a bad scan reading points to the fuel pressure sensor or its circuit, while low mechanical pressure points to the pump and its circuit
OBD-Codes.com's checks: confirm battery voltage and ground on the fuel pump control circuit with a DVOM, check chassis and engine ground junctions, and treat any water-damaged controller as defective; a replacement controller needs programming
GM bulletin PI1082 (October 2013) covers 2014 GM models built before September 23, 2013 whose fuel pump flow control modules could create a false MIL; it says to replace modules with a Julian date of 115 to 228 and treat others as good
The sources differ on emphasis: RepairPal leads with the fuel pump, fuel pressure sensor and relay, while OBD-Codes.com leads with the controller, its supply circuit and the inertia switch

Where to buy

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FAQs

Can I drive with P069E?

It's risky. RepairPal rates it urgent, and OBD-Codes.com says the underlying fault can cause drivability problems or a no-start. Get the fuel pump control module's codes read soon.

Does P069E mean my fuel pump is bad?

Not necessarily. P069E only says the fuel pump control module asked for the check engine light. The module's own stored code tells you what it found, which could be the pump, the pressure sensor, a relay, wiring or the module itself.

Is there a GM bulletin for P069E?

Yes. GM bulletin PI1082 covers some 2014 Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC models built before September 23, 2013 whose fuel pump flow control modules could set a false check engine light. A dealer can check the module's date label against the affected range.

Sources

Last reviewed 2026-10-23. Code definitions and repair steps can vary by manufacturer. Confirm with your vehicle's service information.