2012 Land Rover P0016: What It Means & Is It Safe to Drive?
P0016 on the 2012 Land Rover: 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.
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 2012 Land Rover
- 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 2012 Land Rover, repairs for P0016 typically fall between $300 and $2500, depending on the root cause and labor rates in your area.
Known issues on Land Rover
Land Rover 3.0L supercharged V6 and 2.0T Ingenium P0016 from VVT solenoid fouling or timing chain stretch. On Ingenium 2.0T engines, oil quality is particularly important—JLR has issued TSBs on 2.0T timing chain tensioner noise; inspect the tensioner when P0016 appears.
Most commonly affected models