2023 Acura P0016: What It Means & Is It Safe to Drive?
P0016 on the 2023 Acura: Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation – Bank 1, Sensor A. Here's what it means, what usually causes it, what repairs typically cost, and whether it's safe to keep driving.
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What this code means
The PCM has detected that the crankshaft and intake camshaft positions on bank 1 are out of expected sync. A serious code that can indicate timing chain wear or jump.
Common causes on the 2023 Acura
- Stretched or jumped timing chain
- Faulty crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Worn timing chain tensioner or guides
- Incorrect cam phaser position
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Hard starting or no-start
- Rough running, stalling
- Rattling from timing chain area on startup
Typical fixes
- Replace timing chain, tensioner, and guides
- Replace crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Inspect and replace cam phaser if locked
Repair cost range
For a 2023 Acura, repairs for P0016 typically fall between $300 and $2500, depending on the root cause and labor rates in your area.
Known issues on Acura
Acura K24 and J-series engines follow Honda's P0016 OCV-cleaning path. On RDX and TLX with the 2.4L K24W, an oil change with fresh 0W-20 full synthetic often clears the code before the OCV screen needs cleaning.
Most commonly affected models
MDX 2007–2013TLX 2015–2020RDX 2013–2018