BMW 3 Series

P0012

The P0012 code indicates a problem with the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system in the BMW 3 Series G20/G21 (2019-2024), specifically related to the timing of the intake camshaft.

3 SolutionsP-CodePowertrain

Error Code Type

Powertrain

Symptoms

10 common

•Check engine light illuminated
•Rough idle or engine stalling
•Reduced engine performance or power loss
+7 more

Most Affected Generations

2 generations

G20

F30

Severity Levels

1 level

medium

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how to fix a P0012 code in BMW 3 Series G20/G21 (2019-2024)

The P0012 code indicates a problem with the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system in the BMW 3 Series G20/G21 (2019-2024), specifically related to the timing of the intake camshaft.

Check engine light illuminatedRough idle or engine stalling+3

P0012•G20

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how to address the P0012 code in my BMW 3 Series G20/G21 (2019-2024)?

The P0012 code indicates a problem with the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system, specifically that the exhaust camshaft timing is over-retarded in a BMW 3 Series G20/G21 (2019-2024).

Check engine light illuminatedRough idle or engine stalling+4

P0012•G20

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how to fix P0012 code on my BMW 3 Series F30/F31 (2012-2019)?

The P0012 code on a BMW 3 Series F30/F31 (2012-2019) indicates that the camshaft timing is over-retarded for bank 1, which can affect engine performance and efficiency.

Check engine light illuminatedRough idle or engine stalling+3

P0012•F30

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