P0335 on Land Rover: How to Diagnose & Fix
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
1 Land Rover model · 1 documented issue · 1 critical · $200-$500 repair
P0335 on Land Rover by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
The crankshaft position sensor on the L320 Range Rover Sport is prone to intermittent failure, especially in hot weather. The sensor loses signal as it heats up, causing random stalling at idle or while driving. The failure is often intermittent, making diagnosis difficult as the vehicle may restart after cooling down.
Common Symptoms
- Random stalling while driving
- No-start condition that resolves after cooling
- Engine cuts out at idle
- Check engine light with P0335/P0336
- Intermittent tachometer dropout to zero
How to Fix
Replace the crankshaft position sensor with a genuine JLR or Bosch unit. Avoid cheap aftermarket sensors as they fail quickly. The sensor is located on the lower front of the engine block and is relatively accessible. Also inspect and clean the wiring connector for corrosion.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- NSC500160 crankshaft-position sensorOEMNSC500160
Replace a circuit- and signal-test-confirmed failed crankshaft sensor Fitment/availability: Range Rover Sport L320 2005-2009, 4.2 supercharged or 4.4 AJ-V8, through VIN 9A999999.
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Owner tips & cautions
- TipAlways use a Bosch or genuine JLR sensor. The cheap aftermarket ones from eBay are known to fail within months.
Sources for this issue (5)
P0335 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0335 mean on a Land Rover?
P0335 stands for "Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction." This code means the engine computer has lost or detected a faulty signal from the crankshaft position sensor (sensor A), which tells the computer exactly how fast and in what position the crankshaft is rotating. That signal is essential for timing the spark and fuel injection, so a problem here can cause hard starting, stalling, or a no-start condition. The computer sets this code when the crank sensor signal is missing, erratic, or out of its expected pattern. Causes range from a failed sensor or damaged wiring to a problem with the reluctor (tone) ring the sensor reads. On Land Rover it is documented across 1 model: Range Rover Sport.
What are the most common causes of P0335?
The most common causes of P0335 are: Failed crankshaft position sensor, Damaged, corroded, or loose sensor wiring/connector, Metal debris or oil contamination on the sensor tip, Damaged or misaligned reluctor (tone) ring, Excessive air gap between sensor and tone ring, Wiring shorted or open in the sensor circuit, Faulty PCM/ECM (rare). The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0335 on a Land Rover?
Published repair estimates on Land Rover range from $200 to $500 depending on the model and root cause. If an issue mentions a recall or campaign, check your VIN with the manufacturer or NHTSA and confirm eligibility and coverage with a dealer.
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