P0011 on a Hyundai: Causes, Fixes & Repair Cost

🟠 Moderate severity · drivable

You can usually drive a Hyundai to a shop with P0011, but check the oil level first, and if the engine runs rough or the light flashes, have it towed.

What P0011 means on a Hyundai

On a Hyundai, P0011 means the CVVT system is advancing the intake camshaft on bank 1 further than the computer commanded. The camshaft is ahead of where it should be, usually because the CVVT oil control valve is sticking.

Is P0011 common on Hyundais?

P0011 appears on Hyundai models like the Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, and Santa Fe with CVVT engines. The CVVT oil control valve can clog with dirty oil, and low oil level or overdue oil changes are common triggers on these engines.

Commonly reported on: Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, Santa Fe.

Symptoms

Check engine light on
Rough idle or hesitation, especially when cold
Reduced fuel economy
Engine feels flat on acceleration

Common causes

most common: Dirty or stuck CVVT oil control valve
common: Low oil level or low oil pressure
common: Overdue oil changes
less common: Worn CVVT actuator
less common: Timing chain stretch

How to fix it

Fix	DIY?	Typical cost
Change the oil and filter with the correct grade	Yes	$40–100
Clean or replace the CVVT oil control valve	Yes	$60–250
Replace the CVVT actuator if it is worn	Mechanic	$300–800
Have oil pressure checked if the code returns	Mechanic	$100–250