P0341 code meaning
Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1 or Single Sensor
Powertrain system Generic code P03xx codes Check engine light
What P0341 means
P0341 means the intake camshaft sensor of bank 1 (or the only cam sensor) delivers pulses, but their number or pattern does not fit the crankshaft. GM counts the pulses while the crank is in sync: 4 to 6 in the first 12 reference events and 398 to 402 per 100 engine cycles on the 4X wheel of the cam phaser; outside that in 8 of 10 checks the code is set after two trips. Ford's 2023 diesel compares the detected segment profile of the cam wheel with the expected one (1.2 s); the Saab 9-4X V6 checks pulses per crank revolution and correlation with crank position. Ford gasoline engines use P0344 instead. Result: cam phase uncertain, cam timing switched off, possibly hard starting. GM names corroded connectors at the timing cover as a sporadic cause (PIP5335C).
P0341 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.3 to 3 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P0341
- Check engine light on
- Longer cranking before the engine starts
- Loss of power (cam timing held in its base position)
- Rough idle, occasionally stalling
Common causes of P0341
- Most likelySensor with interference pulses or weak signal, air gap
- PossibleTone wheel on the phaser damaged or wrongly fitted
- PossibleConnector or wiring fault (corrosion, interference)
- Less likelyCrankshaft signal disturbed (wrong reference)
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Camshaft position sensorCamshaft tone wheelSensor wiringEngine control moduleCam phaser intake bank1
What each part of P0341 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 3 | Area: ignition system or misfire. |
| 41 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0341 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P0341
What does P0341 mean?
P0341 means "Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1 or Single Sensor". P0341 means the intake camshaft sensor of bank 1 (or the only cam sensor) delivers pulses, but their number or pattern does not fit the crankshaft. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0341?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P0341 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P0341 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P0341 is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P0341 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 3 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will P0341 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.