P0335 on Jeep Compass
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Jeep Compass context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P0335.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
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.
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."
"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."
"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"
"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."
"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."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on Jeep Compass
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
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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.
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Compare repair quotes
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