Check Engine Code

P0341

Camshaft Position Sensor A Range/Performance (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)

Severity: high DIY difficulty: 3/5 Typical cost: $60–$800

What P0341 means

P0341 means the cam position sensor is producing a signal, but the timing of that signal doesn't match what the ECM expects relative to the crankshaft.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Hard starting
  • Rough running
  • Loss of power

Likely causes (most common first)

  1. Cam reluctor wheel damage (cracked tone ring, lost teeth)
  2. Failing cam sensor producing weak signal
  3. Stretched timing chain
  4. Loose cam sensor mounting

Can I keep driving?

High — risk of damage if ignored

Typical repair cost

DIY fixes can start near $60 (parts only). Shop repairs for P0341 typically run up to $800 depending on the underlying cause and vehicle. Start with the most common cause — Cam reluctor wheel damage (cracked tone ring, lost teeth) — before throwing parts at it.

Related codes

P0340P0335P0016

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