P0441: EVAP System Incorrect Purge Flow

A generic powertrain (engine and transmission) trouble code, same meaning on every brand.

Low urgency

Yes - emissions plumbing only.

$60 - $300

typical repair range

NHTSA complaints mention this code

71,850

median mileage when reported, mi

Symptoms

Check engine light
Occasionally rough idle right after refueling

Likely causes, most common first

Purge valve stuck or leaking
Blocked purge line
Vacuum leak in EVAP plumbing

Read P0441 yourself before paying for diagnosis

A basic Bluetooth OBD-II scanner ($20-40) plugs into the port under the dashboard and shows this code with live sensor data on your phone - useful both for confirming the fix and for talking to a shop from an informed position.

What is going on and how it gets diagnosed

P0441 means EVAP purge flow is wrong - the system that periodically feeds stored fuel vapors into the engine is flowing when it should not, or not flowing when it should. A stuck-open purge valve is the classic culprit and explains the after-refueling stumble some owners notice.

The valve is usually a top-of-engine part replaced in minutes, one of the cheaper check-engine-light cures.

Repair options and cost

Purge valve$100 - $300

Hose cleaning or replacement$60 - $200

Typical US independent-shop ranges, parts and labor. Dealers run higher; regional labor rates vary.

Owner reports mentioning P0441

“Engine will fail to start when shut off to stop light or when shut off at anytime when engine is hot. Very dangerous situation. Acts like starter is dragging. There is a clunking in the steering column when making a turn mainly to the left that can be felt in the steering wheel. Driver seat is splitting open on the side. Keeps setting code p0441 for evap system..”2025 Honda Odyssey · Jun 2026

“ABS, Brake, and Traction Control light came up had dealer review these and got error code C1391 and P0441. Initially they said its covered by Toyota customer service program which covered upto 150k miles as my vehicle only has 98k miles. Later they said only 10 years from the vehicle service which ended in 2023 and quoted $4500 to fix. Previously i asked them to check before expiration since it was not showing consistent light on they could not fix it. Reading through several forums it seems like consistent issue should have been included in recall not customer support program.”2013 Toyota Prius · Mar 2025

“MIL is displaying the following DTCs: P0441 P04F1 Acura dealership is stating TSB - 21-081 does not apply to my year, make, model vehicle. Is the information I am receiving accurate?”2018 Acura MDX · May 2024

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“I have owned the car for 58 months and now there is "Emissions System Error" which is related to canister purge valve malfunction (P0441). This consumes more fuel and failing emissions standards.”2018 Honda CR-V · Oct 2023

“The MIL comes on with DTCs P0441 (EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction) P04F1 (EVAP System Low Purge Flow. Detected). I replaced the purge flow valve and joint purge valve which resolved the issue. The reason I am writing is, the coding within the 2019 Pilot also threw an AWD System Problem MIL, but did not have a specific code associated via the OBD reader. It is a false reading that can cause more work to be done to the car than necessary. Once both purge valves were replaced, there are no MIL's present.”2019 Honda Pilot · Sep 2023

“For last yr i keep having car want stall did recall on it. Helped for bit, then it's always wanting stick between 2/3 when trying change gears. On different recall it fixed for bit the temp on transmission bouncing back forth a lot in temps. I have recorded video to show it. Now my engine light is on for P0441 code with power train possible evap leak. It just keeps being one problem after another like it's not wanting to get gas to it what seems like. It's all happened over last year and engine light came on Sat”2016 Jeep Cherokee · Apr 2023

“Air conditioner stopped working in July 2021. Sent to dealer to check as car was under warranty. Dealer performed system diagnostic test. Performed all DTC check: Found code P0441, P04F1 Evap System Purge Flow Malfunction. Performed DTC troubleshooting. Visual inspect purge hoses. No damage. Check evaporation hose no block inside. Holding vacuum. Due to gas tank full. Recommended replace purge valve and recheck. When completed air conditioner worked. Less than a year later air conditioner stopped working again. Same dealer states now is air coolant replacement issue and would cost $475.00 to repair.”2018 Honda CR-V · Jul 2022

“The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the engine was seized. The contact was unaware if any warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer and the mechanic retrieved fault codes: P0014, P0300, P0301, and P0441. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,051.”2015 Hyundai Tucson · Apr 2022 · 123,051 mi

“I turned my car on after work and saw my check engine light turn on I went to autozone to have it checked and they gave me a paper stating it was P0441 engine code. Which has something to do with an incorrect purge flow and is harmful to you and eats away at your gas mileage. Don't know if this is a safety issue.”2015 Hyundai Veloster · Jan 2022

“Vehicle was diagnosed by mechanic to have malfunctioning canister purge valve that is stuck in an open position, identical to current recall #18v735000 for certain 2012-2018 ford focus vehicles with a 2.0l gdi or 2.0l gtdi engine. My vehicle stalls after I refuel for about a minute; I have to repeatedly start and stop my engine until it stays on, and the engine rumbles excessively for a couple minutes after being able to drive after refueling. The check engine light is on for code #p0441.”2016 Ford Focus · Dec 2020

Cars that report P0441 most often

Based on mentions of this code in NHTSA owner complaints.

Frequently asked questions

Can I drive with P0441?

Yes - emissions plumbing only.

How much does it cost to fix P0441?

Typical US repair costs range from $60 for the simplest fix (purge valve) to $300 in the worst case. The right number depends on which cause your car has - see the causes list.

Definition per SAE J2012 standard nomenclature. Symptoms, causes and costs are editorial guidance - always confirm with a diagnosis of your specific vehicle.