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P0335 – Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit – Nissan (Nissan QG, CR, HR and MR petrol engines)

Fault code P0335 means "Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit – Nissan". It is common on QG, CR, HR and MR petrol engines (Micra, Note, Almera, Qashqai, Juke), QR25 and VQ35 (X-Trail, Murano, Altima) engines. Below are the real-world causes, step-by-step tests and OEM part numbers.

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P0335 quick summary

Fault codeP0335
MeaningCrankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit – Nissan
SystemPowertrain (Engine & Transmission)
VehiclesNissan
Common onQG, CR, HR and MR petrol engines (Micra, Note, Almera, Qashqai, Juke), QR25 and VQ35 (X-Trail, Murano, Altima)
SeverityHigh
Can I drive?Not reliably. The engine can stall while driving or fail to start.
Repair cost€40 – €250

Symptoms of P0335

  • Engine stalls while driving, often when warm
  • Engine cranks but will not start
  • No rev counter while cranking
  • Intermittent misfire or hesitation
  • Check engine light

Most common causes of P0335 (most likely first)

Mechanic's Pro Tip

Nissan crankshaft and camshaft sensors are known to fail when hot: the engine stalls and restarts after cooling down. On some QR and VQ engines this was the subject of a recall in some markets. Use a genuine or quality sensor and check the connector for oil and corrosion – cheap sensors often fail again.

  1. 1.Faulty crankshaft position sensor (often heat-related)

    Most likely

  2. 2.Corroded or oily connector

  3. 3.Damaged wiring

  4. 4.Damaged reluctor ring

  5. 5.Faulty camshaft sensor causing related codes

Step-by-step diagnostic guide

  1. 1

    Read codes and check the RPM signal while cranking.

  2. 2

    Inspect the sensor connector and wiring.

  3. 3

    Measure sensor supply and signal (oscilloscope if possible).

  4. 4

    Check for recalls on the VIN.

  5. 5

    Replace the sensor, clear codes and test when hot.

How do I read fault codes? →Where the OBD2 port is, which scanner to use and how to read and clear codes step by step.

Frequently asked questions

Why does it only stall when hot?

The sensor's electronics fail when warm. After cooling it works again, which is typical of this fault.

Should I replace the camshaft sensor too?

If both show faults or the car is high mileage, replacing both can save another breakdown.

Related fault codes

This guide is for information only. Working on vehicles can be dangerous — if you are unsure, have the car checked by a qualified mechanic. Values can differ between model years; always check the manufacturer's repair information.