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P0341: Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance

Quick Answer

Not safe to drive

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.

Severity
Moderate · Ignition
Estimated repair cost
From €60 to €2300+, varies by vehicle

€60 or €2300, depending on your car.

  • Replace camshaft position sensor€60–€240
  • Replace timing chain and tensioner€550–€2300

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What does P0341 mean?

P0341 is a ignition-related diagnostic trouble code classified as moderate severity.

Where it is on the car

  1. Crankshaft sprocket and position sensor
  2. Timing chain or belt
  3. Camshaft sprockets with VVT phasers
  4. Camshaft position sensor
  5. VVT oil control solenoid

What are the symptoms of P0341?

  • Check engine light on
  • Hard starting, especially when cold
  • Rough or unstable idle
  • Reduced engine power
  • Occasional stalling
  • Poor fuel economy

What causes P0341?

  • Stretched or jumped timing chain/belt

    : high

  • Worn camshaft position sensor

    : high

  • Faulty camshaft actuator or VVT solenoid

    : medium

  • Damaged or corroded sensor wiring

    : medium

  • Worn camshaft reluctor ring or tone wheel

    : low

Is it safe to drive with P0341?

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.

How do you diagnose P0341?

  1. Read freeze-frame data and check for companion codes such as P0340 (circuit malfunction), P0016 (crank-cam correlation), or P0011/P0012 (cam timing codes)
  2. Compare the camshaft and crankshaft sensor signals with an oscilloscope (a generic OBD2 reader does not show the raw sensor waveforms). They should maintain a consistent phase relationship at idle
  3. Inspect the camshaft position sensor and its connector for oil contamination, corrosion, or physical damage
  4. Check the timing chain or belt tension. On engines with a timing chain, listen for a rattle on cold start, which indicates chain stretch or a failing tensioner
  5. If the timing is confirmed correct and the sensor tests good electrically, check the VVT solenoid: measure its resistance and inspect its screen. Commanding it on and off is an actuator test that needs manufacturer-level software

How much does P0341 cost to fix?

Repair Parts Cost Labor Cost Total Estimate DIY Difficulty
Replace camshaft position sensor €20–€90 €40–€150 €60–€240 Moderate
Replace VVT solenoid/camshaft actuator €40–€180 €60–€200 €100–€380 Moderate
Replace timing chain and tensioner €150–€600 €400–€1700 €550–€2300 Professional
Repair sensor wiring harness €10–€50 €50–€150 €60–€200 Moderate

Prices estimated as of October 2026. Costs vary by region, vehicle, and shop.

Full repair guides

Engines known for this code

P0341 on specific vehicles

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Golf

2006-2024

Ross-Tech lists P0341 as camshaft position sensor G40, implausible signal, with the wiring, the sensor, misaligned timing and low oil level or oil pressure as possible causes.

Source: wiki.ross-tech.com

P0341 on Audi

Audi A4

See Audi-specific causes & cost

Opel

Opel Corsa

2006-2014

The 1.2 and 1.4 petrol engines (Z12XEP/Z14XEP) of the Corsa D are GM Family 0 engines with chain-driven camshafts.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Hyundai

Hyundai i30

2007-2012

The 2007-2012 i30 (FD) has the port-injected 1.6 Gamma (G4FC), not the 1.6 GDI engine.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Common questions about P0341

What is the difference between P0340 and P0341?
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.
Can a stretched timing chain cause P0341?
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.
Is P0341 the same as a timing problem?
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.
How urgent is P0341?
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.
Can low oil pressure cause P0341?
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.

Read our detailed guides

Sources

  1. wiki.ross-tech.com wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/16725/P0341/000833
  2. en.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Volkswagen_Group_petrol_engines
  3. en.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_Family_0_engine
  4. en.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Gamma_engine

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