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At a glance
Quick diagnostic answer
The crankshaft position signal is faulty, which can cause stalling or a no-start.
SeverityHighUrgencyUrgency not yet verifiedEvidenceSource notes available
OBD code
P0335
System/category
Sensors & Circuits
Severity
High
Structured severity term
Urgency
Urgency not yet verified
Can I drive?
Drive only to a repair shop
Best driven only to a repair shop; if symptoms get worse on the way, stop somewhere safe. A failing crankshaft sensor can make the engine stall without warning, including in traffic; if it has stalled while you were moving, do not drive it in traffic until it is fixed.
Repair/cost band
$$ · Moderate
Typically a moderate repair; compare a couple of written quotes before authorizing work.
Vehicle applicability
Reported across many makes and models; not specific to one vehicle.
Current applicability note is free text
Computed rule output may be more cautious than stored content and is never used to soften safety-critical risks.
Short answer
P0335 commonly indicates the crankshaft position signal is faulty, which can cause stalling or a no-start. Scan the live data and confirm the root cause with a qualified mechanic before replacing parts.
SeverityHighDrive?Drive only to a repair shopRepairProfessional
Key takeaways
P0335 relates to: Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit
Start with the cheapest, most likely checks first.
Best driven only to a repair shop; if symptoms get worse on the way, stop somewhere safe.
Confirm with live scan data before buying parts.
Can I still drive with this?
Drive only to a repair shop
Best driven only to a repair shop; if symptoms get worse on the way, stop somewhere safe. A failing crankshaft sensor can make the engine stall without warning, including in traffic; if it has stalled while you were moving, do not drive it in traffic until it is fixed.
SeverityHigh
High
Diagnostic flow
What it meansThe crankshaft position signal is faulty, which can cause stalling or a…
Check this firstInspect the crank sensor and wiring
Likely causeFaulty crank sensor
Can you drive?Drive only to a repair shop
P0335 commonly indicates the crankshaft position signal is faulty, which can cause stalling or a no-start. Scan the live data and confirm the root cause with a qualified mechanic before replacing parts.
Diagnostic-code summaries are informational — confirm with a scan tool and a qualified mechanic.
Structured DTC reference
What P0335 means
A fault in the crankshaft position sensor circuit
A trouble code identifies the circuit or monitored condition that failed its test. It does not, by itself, identify the failed part or prove the same cause on every vehicle.
Cause categories to discriminate
Failing crankshaft sensor
These are structured diagnostic hypotheses, not a parts-replacement list. Vehicle context, symptoms, operating conditions, and test results determine which remain supported.
Severity and drivability
The code alone is not enough to assign one universal severity or “safe to drive” answer. Stop driving for loss of braking or steering, severe overheating, oil-pressure loss, a fuel leak or fire risk, or any rapidly worsening safety symptom.
GMC Sierramodel years 2001-2005, 2008, 2010, 2017 · 8 records
A code named in a manufacturer communication means the document refers to it for those vehicles. It is not a diagnosis of any car, and it does not mean the code is common on that vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0335 mean?
The crankshaft position signal is faulty, which can cause stalling or a no-start.
Is it safe to drive with P0335?
Best driven only to a repair shop; if symptoms get worse on the way, stop somewhere safe.
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Code title: the generic OBD-II definition (SAE J2012) as held in the CarFaultIQ reference tables; not re-checked against the paywalled SAE text.
Regulatory context: California Code of Regulations Title 13 section 1968.2 lists the crank angle sensor among the input components that may be required to be monitored and, for vehicles needing precise camshaft-to-crankshaft alignment, requires the crankshaft position sensor to be monitored for circuit continuity and rationality. It does not address what happens when the sensor fails, the causes or checks listed here, or whether the vehicle is safe to drive. https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/california/13-CCR-1968.2
Likely causes and checks are CarFaultIQ editorial technical guidance. They have not been independently verified against manufacturer service information.
Always confirm specifics with live scan data, the owner manual or service information for your vehicle, and a qualified mechanic before replacing parts.