P0011 on CHEVROLET SILVERADO
A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Chevrolet model context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P0011.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What P0011 Means on Your CHEVROLET SILVERADO
P0011 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real CHEVROLET SILVERADO Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"A code po138,p0011 on my truck with 132678 miles on it, and it shifts hard into gear after stopping, if i drive it for like 2 or 3 miles or idle for 5-10 minutes,the stabilizing light will come no then go off after about five or ten minutes,beep and everything works fine, but engine light comes on,"
"Hey. i have a code p0011 on my truck and it shifts hard into second gear if i drive it for like 2 or 3 miles the light will go out and everything works fine and i've change the camshaft position sensor."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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Common Causes on CHEVROLET SILVERADO
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Get a proper diagnosis
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