2005 Hyundai P0341: What It Means & Is It Safe to Drive?
P0341 on the 2005 Hyundai: Camshaft Position Sensor Range/Performance. Here's what it means, what usually causes it, what repairs typically cost, and whether it's safe to keep driving.
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What this code means
The camshaft position sensor signal is out of expected range or timing. Similar to P0340 but focused on performance rather than a hard fault.
Common causes on the 2005 Hyundai
- Weak camshaft position sensor
- Timing chain or belt stretched or jumped a tooth
- Wiring/connector problems
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Hard starting, rough running, or stalling
- Reduced power or poor fuel economy
Typical fixes
- Replace camshaft position sensor
- Inspect and correct timing chain/belt issues
- Repair wiring/connectors
Repair cost range
For a 2005 Hyundai, repairs for P0341 typically fall between $150 and $1200, depending on the root cause and labor rates in your area.
Known issues on Hyundai
Hyundai P0341 on the Theta-II GDI can mean a failed cam sensor or a stretched timing chain—the Theta-II has a documented timing chain stretch issue on 2.4L GDI engines past 100k miles. A cam-crank correlation test distinguishes sensor failure from chain wear.
Most commonly affected models
Sonata 2.4L Theta-II 2011–2019Tucson 2.0L 2016–2020Elantra 2.0L 2011–2016