P0011 on GMC TERRAIN — A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1

Q: "What does P0011 mean on a GMC TERRAIN?"

"P0011 indicates: A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 7 GMC TERRAIN owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0011 on GMC TERRAIN?"

"Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel System, Gasoline,Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0011 serious on my GMC TERRAIN?"

"Of 7 NHTSA reports for this code on GMC TERRAIN, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my GMC TERRAIN shows P0011?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0011 Means on Your GMC TERRAIN

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.

7 GMC TERRAIN owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2011-2023. Most reports come from the 2011, 2014 model years.

Real GMC TERRAIN Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"2011 gmc terrain. consumer writes in regards to engine problems and several other issues with vehicle."

— 2011 GMC TERRAIN owner · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE · Filed 12/27/2010

"The issue is only happening on 2011 i-4 2.4l engines. many people with this engine (terrain and equinoxs for a couple) have the same issue. the vehicle makes a rattling noise when starting up..its intermittent."

— 2011 GMC TERRAIN owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 04/13/2011

"Once again, timing chain incident, this time while driving, wasn't expecting it, suddenly my Terrain steering when became stiff to turn, and happened to realize the car motor had shut off and rolling to the right, nearly hitting parked car."

— 2012 GMC TERRAIN owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 12/03/2021

"Engine stalls/ hesitates especially when at a stop, idle for a period such as at a stop light, also when in reverse and does not have a check engine light. this did happen before and a check engine light did appear. i pulled the codes p0010 and p0011."

— 2014 GMC TERRAIN owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 02/05/2020

"Stopped at a light and car just stalled without warning. put the car on park and put my blinkers on. looked at dashboard and no check engine light on. turned car off and on then it started to drive but stalled 4 more times after i came to a full stop at a light."

— 2014 GMC TERRAIN owner · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE · Filed 10/26/2018

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2

'11

1

'12

2

'14

1

'15

1

'23

Common Causes on GMC TERRAIN

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE 14.3%

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 14.3%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14.3%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 14.3%

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE 14.3%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0011 mean on a GMC TERRAIN? ▾

P0011 indicates: A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 7 GMC TERRAIN owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0011 on GMC TERRAIN? ▾

Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Fuel System, Gasoline,Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0011 serious on my GMC TERRAIN? ▾

Of 7 NHTSA reports for this code on GMC TERRAIN, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my GMC TERRAIN shows P0011? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.