P0022: A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Retarded Bank 2
A generic powertrain (engine and transmission) trouble code, same meaning on every brand.
Short trips acceptable; same caution as P0012.
Symptoms
- Hard start, rough low-rpm running
- Cold-start rattle
Likely causes, most common first
- Oil first, always
- Bank 2 solenoid
- Bank 2 phaser or chain
Read P0022 yourself before paying for diagnosis
A basic Bluetooth OBD-II scanner ($20-40) plugs into the port under the dashboard and shows this code with live sensor data on your phone - useful both for confirming the fix and for talking to a shop from an informed position.
What is going on and how it gets diagnosed
P0022 reports the bank 2 intake cam running retarded. As with the rest of the cam-timing family, engine oil is both the working fluid and the leading saboteur of this system.
Solenoids on many engines can be swapped bank-to-bank in minutes - if the code follows the solenoid, the diagnosis wrote itself for the price of a gasket.
Repair options and cost
Typical US independent-shop ranges, parts and labor. Dealers run higher; regional labor rates vary.
Owner reports mentioning P0022
“Mileage at time was 39,000 miles, On 8/29/2024. I was driving to when my check engine light came on. FORD dealer checked the check engine light and said I have a P0022 code which is the Right bank cam solenoid is sticking. This condition, after looking into it, has been a problem with vehicles built in 2019, 2020 and 2021.”2019 Ford F-150 · Aug 2024
“Delevoped a ticking noise timing chains were replaced all rockers and lifters are in good shape the truck looses power it starts up rough at about 1800 rpm you can hear the ticking loud past 2000 rpm the ticking goes away I have recently been notified that these engines have cam phaser problems it recently developed a p0022 code which is int cam position timing over ret bank 2 I have replaced the vvt selonoids and still has the same problem vehicle lost power on highway speed dropped from 70 and would not go past 30 very unsafe incedent on the interstate”2007 Ford Expedition · Nov 2019 · 200,000 mi
“I have 80,000 miles on this vehicle. My check engine came on. I have hesitation when giving it gas. I have a vibration when car is running and in drive I took to a ford dealership, they check for the issued ans it came up with a codes, p0012, p0022, p0341, p0346 related to 11-12-5. The dealer stated they would need to tear down the engine to inspect, not repair, but inspect. Estimated cost would be $1500. My car only have 80000, should this be under a warranty.ford need to stand behind their product and repair my car. I'm confused why would my car have this issue when it only have 80000 miles and not 10 years old.”2009 Ford Escape · Nov 2017
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“We own a 2009 ford f250 super duty 4x4, with low miles (21478). This vehicle has run great since we purchased it new. As we were driving, the engine began to run poorly and loose power. The engine light then came on. The mechanic scanner the engine codes p0012-p0018-p0022-p0341-p052d, indicating faulty cam phasers and tensioners, and that the engine was out of time. This pickup has low mileage and all the recommended maintenance has always been done. The ford parts department stated that they keep these parts stocked because it is a common repair issue. *tr”2009 Ford F-250 SD · Jan 2015 · 21,478 mi
“Check engine came on, took to local toyota shop, checked codes, p0012, camshaft position, "a" timing over retarded-bank one & p0022 same for bank number two. Activated both vvt systems & checked operation of both vvt. All working fine at this time. All four oil control valves test working fine at this time.checked oil control valve filter test working fine at this time. If check engine light comes on again after that, then need to replace camshaft timing gears inside engine. Has toyota addressed this problem? Are there any recalls? *js”2007 Toyota Tundra · Apr 2014 · 61,000 mi
Cars that report P0022 most often
Based on mentions of this code in NHTSA owner complaints.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drive with P0022?
Short trips acceptable; same caution as P0012.
How much does it cost to fix P0022?
Typical US repair costs range from $50 for the simplest fix (oil service) to $3,500 in the worst case. The right number depends on which cause your car has - see the causes list.
Definition per SAE J2012 standard nomenclature. Symptoms, causes and costs are editorial guidance - always confirm with a diagnosis of your specific vehicle.