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P0024 on CHEVROLET COLORADO

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

NHTSA Reports
3
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2019, 2020, 2021
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P0024 Means on Your CHEVROLET COLORADO

P0024 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: B 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.

3 CHEVROLET COLORADO owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2019-2021. Most reports come from the 2019, 2020 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (66.7% of reports).

Real CHEVROLET COLORADO Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"My 2019 Chevrolet Colorado, equipped with the 3.6L LGZ engine, recently triggered a P0024 diagnostic trouble code. This code indicates a failure of the Bank 2 exhaust camshaft position actuator solenoid, a critical part of the variable valve timing (VVT) system."

— 2019 CHEVROLET COLORADO owner · ENGINE · Filed 05/19/2025

"The component that’s failing on my truck is the Apple car play and a check engine light (CODE P0024) which indicates Exhaust Camshaft Position, Bank 2. My safety and others safety is put at risk while having these issues: 1."

— 2020 CHEVROLET COLORADO owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE · Filed 10/23/2024

"Just prior to 8/1/22, check engine light came on. They found P0014 set, lack of power, rough idle. They found oil pushed through bank 1 cam solenoid actuator and had to replace on 8/1/22. Check engine light came on again in mid August 2023."

— 2021 CHEVROLET COLORADO owner · ENGINE · Filed 08/25/2023

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'19
1
'20
1
'21

Common Causes on CHEVROLET COLORADO

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 66.7%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 33.3%

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 ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 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 P0024 mean on a CHEVROLET COLORADO? â–¾
P0024 indicates: B Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 2. This is a fuel and air metering code. 3 CHEVROLET COLORADO owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P0024 on CHEVROLET COLORADO? â–¾
Based on 3 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Electrical System,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P0024 serious on my CHEVROLET COLORADO? â–¾
Of 3 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET COLORADO, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my CHEVROLET COLORADO shows P0024? â–¾
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.

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