P0014 on KIA OPTIMA — B Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1

Q: "What does P0014 mean on a KIA OPTIMA?"

"P0014 indicates: B Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 8 KIA OPTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0014 on KIA OPTIMA?"

"Based on 8 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine, Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0014 serious on my KIA OPTIMA?"

"Of 8 NHTSA reports for this code on KIA OPTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my KIA OPTIMA shows P0014?"

"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 P0014 Means on Your KIA OPTIMA

P0014 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: B 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.

8 KIA OPTIMA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2012-2016. Most reports come from the 2015, 2016 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (50.0% of reports).

Real KIA OPTIMA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Vehicle was in motion when check engine light came on, car was driveable but idling rough. brought vehicle to shop for diagnosis. engine had following codes show up once diagnosed. p0014 - b camshaft position - timing over-advanced or system performance."

— 2012 KIA OPTIMA owner · ENGINE · Filed 11/12/2019

"Engine speed slowed. Engine knock noticed. Engine wouldn't remain running.Took it to mechanic. Checked NHTSA website for reals and TSBs. None found. He retrieved DTC P0014 Camshaft Position B - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)."

— 2014 KIA OPTIMA owner · ENGINE · Filed 09/22/2022

"Car would not drive faster than 25 mph. Check engine light on codes p1326 and p0014. Not eligible for ki engine settlement but have the same issue.."

— 2015 KIA OPTIMA owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 06/21/2024

"Hi my wife was driving home from work when she heard a noise from under the hood her car then shut off for no reason on the highway, she started the car again started driving then the engine light came on and shut the car off again once again on a busy highway making it hard to pull over she made it"

— 2015 KIA OPTIMA owner · ENGINE · Filed 04/30/2022

"The speed limit on the freeway at 70 and the car cut but all lights wher still on it to me to sit for 5 minutes and then it started but a few days later my check eingine light came on and they say it a p0014 code but the car is knocking."

— 2015 KIA OPTIMA owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE · Filed 12/01/2019

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'12

1

'14

3

'15

3

'16

Common Causes on KIA OPTIMA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 50%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 12.5%

UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE 12.5%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 12.5%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 12.5%

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 P0014 mean on a KIA OPTIMA? ▾

P0014 indicates: B Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 8 KIA OPTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0014 on KIA OPTIMA? ▾

Based on 8 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine, Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0014 serious on my KIA OPTIMA? ▾

Of 8 NHTSA reports for this code on KIA OPTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my KIA OPTIMA shows P0014? ▾

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.