P0341 means the camshaft position sensor signal is present but falls outside the expected range or does not correlate correctly with the crankshaft position sensor. This usually points to a timing problem, a worn sensor, or a stretched timing chain rather than a complete sensor failure.
P0341 means the camshaft position sensor signal is present but falls outside the expected range or does not correlate correctly with the crankshaft position sensor. This usually points to a timing problem, a worn sensor, or a stretched timing chain rather than a complete sensor failure.
P0341 is a ignition-related diagnostic trouble code classified as moderate severity. When your vehicle's ECU detects this condition, it stores P0341 and illuminates the check engine light.
If your vehicle has triggered P0341, you may notice one or more of these symptoms:
Here are the most common causes of P0341, ranked by how likely they are to be the culprit:
No - address this immediately. While the engine may still run, incorrect camshaft timing signals can cause rough running, stalling, and potential valve timing errors. Have it diagnosed before driving further.
Follow these steps to pinpoint the root cause of P0341:
Repair costs for P0341 vary depending on the root cause and your vehicle. Here are typical estimates:
Prices estimated as of March 2026. Costs vary by region, vehicle, and shop.
P0341 behaves differently depending on your vehicle. Select your car below for model-specific causes, known issues, and adjusted cost estimates:
These codes are often seen alongside P0341 or indicate related issues:
P0340 means the ECU receives no signal at all from the camshaft sensor (circuit malfunction). P0341 means a signal is present but it is outside the expected range, indicating a timing discrepancy, worn sensor, or stretched timing chain.
Yes. A stretched timing chain shifts the camshaft position relative to the crankshaft. The ECU detects this mismatch between the two sensor signals and sets P0341. This is one of the most common causes on high-mileage vehicles with timing chains.
Not always, but often. P0341 can be caused by a simple sensor failure, but if the sensor tests good electrically, the code strongly suggests the camshaft timing is not aligned with the crankshaft, which is a timing chain or belt issue.
It should be addressed soon. While the engine may still run, the underlying cause could be a timing chain that has jumped a tooth. If the chain fails completely, it can cause catastrophic valve damage on interference engines.
Yes, on engines with variable valve timing (VVT). The VVT system relies on oil pressure to adjust camshaft position. Low oil level or degraded oil can cause sluggish VVT response, which the ECU interprets as a camshaft position error.
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