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P0335 on NISSAN SENTRA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
4
Most Affected
2006, 2005

What P0335 Means on Your NISSAN SENTRA

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

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0335 on NISSAN SENTRA

50%
25%
25%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2005
1
2006
3

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 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. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0335 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026