P0335 on NISSAN SENTRA — Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit

Q: "What does P0335 mean on a NISSAN SENTRA?"

"P0335 indicates: Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit. This is a ignition system code. 4 NISSAN SENTRA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0335 on NISSAN SENTRA?"

"Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine, Power Train,Engine And Engine Cooling. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0335 serious on my NISSAN SENTRA?"

"Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN SENTRA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my NISSAN SENTRA 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 NISSAN SENTRA

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.

4 NISSAN SENTRA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2005-2006. Most reports come from the 2006, 2005 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine And Engine Cooling (50.0% of reports).

Real NISSAN SENTRA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Engine stopped running all of the sudden. as i came out of the freeway driving about 15 mph used a scanner and i got a p0335 code (crank shaft position sensor) checked recalls form nissan and it says that my vin does not have any recalls."

— 2005 NISSAN SENTRA owner · ENGINE · Filed 12/15/2014

"The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated then stalled. The contact stated that he was able to restart the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated."

— 2006 NISSAN SENTRA owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 04/20/2023

"The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH and exiting the highway, the vehicle decelerated and then lost motive power. The vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality; additionally, the instrument panel went blank."

— 2006 NISSAN SENTRA owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 03/14/2022

"The check engine light came on and now the vehicle misses while driving and is almost impossible to start. the resulting error message is p0335 crankshaft position sensor error. there is a recall issued for 2006 nissan sentras and they are saying my vin is not covered."

— 2006 NISSAN SENTRA owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 08/24/2010

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1

'05

3

'06

Common Causes on NISSAN SENTRA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 50%

ENGINE 25%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 25%

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 NISSAN SENTRA? ▾

P0335 indicates: Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit. This is a ignition system code. 4 NISSAN SENTRA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0335 on NISSAN SENTRA? ▾

Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine, Power Train,Engine And Engine Cooling. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0335 serious on my NISSAN SENTRA? ▾

Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN SENTRA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my NISSAN SENTRA 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.