P0335 on JEEP COMPASS — Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit

Q: "What does P0335 mean on a JEEP COMPASS?"

"P0335 indicates: Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit. This is a ignition system code. 5 JEEP COMPASS owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0335 on JEEP COMPASS?"

"Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine And Engine Cooling, Electronic Stability Control (Esc). These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0335 serious on my JEEP COMPASS?"

"Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on JEEP COMPASS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my JEEP COMPASS shows P0335?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0335 Means on Your JEEP COMPASS

P0335 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit. This code relates to the ignition system system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

5 JEEP COMPASS owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2012-2018. Most reports come from the 2015, 2012 model years.

Real JEEP COMPASS Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"While driving, cars engine shut off. i would try to start it, sometimes it would start back up again i would drive it and then the engine would shut off and slowly stop moving. car was diagnosed with the engine code p0335 and p0339 crankshaft position sensor malfunction/intermittent."

— 2012 JEEP COMPASS owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 04/05/2019

"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that a pedestrian assisted with jumpstarting the vehicle, and the vehicle moved several feet but stalled again."

— 2015 JEEP COMPASS owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 02/07/2026

"9/9/19jeep compass latitude just shut down no warning lights, alarms, or codes it stopped while driving i was leaving home depot in dearborn mi headed to the freeway i was still in parking lot speed limit 10 miles per hour when my vehicle completely shut down i restarted it first try drove a few fe"

— 2015 JEEP COMPASS owner · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · Filed 09/09/2019

"While driving the vehicle shut down, I lost all steering. It has a history of stalling while driving, stalling while idle, and not restarting for random periods of time. After getting the vehicle restarted it stalled again two more times while driving."

— 2016 JEEP COMPASS owner · STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 12/27/2022

"Engine shut off without warning while driving on interstate highway. received messages service transmission and service engine. coasted to stop on shoulder of road. car would not restart for about 10 minutes."

— 2018 JEEP COMPASS owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 08/19/2018

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'12

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'15

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'16

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'18

Common Causes on JEEP COMPASS

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 20%

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 20%

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 20%

STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 20%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 20%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0335 mean on a JEEP COMPASS? ▾

P0335 indicates: Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit. This is a ignition system code. 5 JEEP COMPASS owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0335 on JEEP COMPASS? ▾

Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine And Engine Cooling, Electronic Stability Control (Esc). These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0335 serious on my JEEP COMPASS? ▾

Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on JEEP COMPASS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my JEEP COMPASS shows P0335? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.