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P0021 on FORD EXPEDITION

A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 2

NHTSA Reports
2
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2006, 2019
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database ยท SAE J2012

What P0021 Means on Your FORD EXPEDITION

P0021 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 2. 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.

2 FORD EXPEDITION owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2006-2019. Most reports come from the 2006, 2019 model years. The most commonly reported component is Suspension,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System (50.0% of reports).

Real FORD EXPEDITION Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"the service engine light continues to turn on. the timing belt continues to fail and has already been replaced once. the camshaft on both sides have been replaced. the solenoids have also been replaced and the diagnostics codes still pop up (p0022) (p0021) are just some that i can remember."

โ€” 2006 FORD EXPEDITION owner ยท SUSPENSION,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ยท Filed 01/08/2024

"My family received a notice of Customer Satisfaction Program 21N08 โ€“ PCM Reprogram Due to Engine Shudder โ€“ 2017-2020 Ford F-150, 2018-2020 Expedition, & 2018-2020 Lincoln Navigator. We immediate began trying to locate an authorized repair facility. It took several months to get an appointment."

โ€” 2019 FORD EXPEDITION owner ยท ENGINE ยท Filed 05/23/2022

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

๐Ÿ“Š Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'06
1
'19

Common Causes on FORD EXPEDITION

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

SUSPENSION,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 50%
ENGINE 50%

What To Do Next

  1. 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. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50โ€“$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2โ€“3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30โ€“50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0021 mean on a FORD EXPEDITION? โ–พ
P0021 indicates: A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 2. This is a fuel and air metering code. 2 FORD EXPEDITION owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P0021 on FORD EXPEDITION? โ–พ
Based on 2 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Suspension,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P0021 serious on my FORD EXPEDITION? โ–พ
Of 2 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD EXPEDITION, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my FORD EXPEDITION shows P0021? โ–พ
1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis โ€” a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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