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Service bulletins for the 2013 Nissan Altima

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

370 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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NTB150602021-05-10. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; WHEELS; BACK OVER PREVENTION; STEERING; EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when improperly dismounting and mounting tires. - TPMS sensors becoming damaged during mounting or dismounting tires are not covered under warranty. - To avoid such damage, ensure that the tire changer being used and the operator of the tire changer is capable of servicing run flat and low profile tires. - Operator?s manuals for such tire changers must be followed. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB99060G2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION NOTE - Failure to follow the procedures in this bulletin may result in the denial of a warranty claim. In an effort to protect the paint finish, Paint Guard Film (PGF) is applied on many new Nissan vehicles. Paint Guard Film is a temporary white plastic protective film that is applied by the factory to the horizontal painted surfaces of the vehicle. The PGF protects the paint finish during vehicle handling, transportation and storage from harmful elements such as acid rain, iron particles, bird droppings, tree sap and other environmental contaminants. NOTE - Paint Guard Film CANNOT remain on the vehicle for more than six months after the vehicle's manufacture date. PGF must be removed at the end of six months. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB00042D2021-05-10. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; BACK OVER PREVENTION; EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could result in serious personal injury or death. Nissan STRONGLY RECOMMENDS AGAINST making any change to seat trim materials from the factory equipped condition. This specifically applies to replacing the seat trim with non-factory materials; adding leather/cloth seat covers, seat pads, or seat storage pouches, etc. around or over the seat back and the passenger seat cushion. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB13015A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION DTC B2190 (NATS ANTENNA AMP) can be stored for the following reasons: 1. Something other than an Intelligent Key is inserted into the Key-Slot. 2. An Intelligent Key issue. 3. A wiring issue between the Key-Slot and the BCM. 4. A Key-Slot issue. If DTC B2190 is stored due to 1 or 2 above, it will not erase, or go to "PAST", until a known good registered Intelligent Key is inserted into the Key-Slot. For DTC B2190 diagnosis; first perform the Service Manual DTC Confirmation Procedure. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB141112021-05-10. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION The OCS (Occupant Classification System) sensors for the Applied Vehicles are now available as service parts. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB14016A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; STRUCTURE. IF YOU CONFIRM A squeaking/ticking noise is coming from the Headliner between the Moonroof and B-pillar area shown in Figure A. * Can occur on rough roads or during conditions that cause body flex such as when entering or exiting a sloped driveway. ACTION Remove Moonroof brackets and apply UHMW tape, from Squeak and Rattle kit J-50397 (part # J-50397-15), to the bracket. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB140772021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. SERVICE INFORMATION The purpose of this bulletin is to clarify language contained in the owner?s manual language for the APPLIED VEHICLES. For the APPLIED VEHICLES, the below language supersedes similar language in existing owner?s manuals. Future printings of owner?s manuals for the APPLIED VEHICLES will also contain the below language. For the APPLIED VEHICLES: NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN NS-3 CVT Fluid ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Do not use Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) or Manual Transmission fluid in a NISSAN CVT, as it may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN NS-3 CVT Fluid may also damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN's New Vehicle Limited Warranty. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB13077A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT. SERVICE INFORMATION Applied vehicles equipped with a CVT have a "cap" that appears to be a fluid level gauge. This "cap" will NOT have a gauge or "dipstick". This is normal. Do NOT replace the "cap" because it is thought to have a "dipstick". The fluid level is not checked from this location. The fluid level for applied vehicles is checked from the oil pan (refer to the appropriate section of the Electronic Service Manual [ESM]). Whenever checking, filling, or topping off a CVT's fluid level of an applied vehicle for any reason, use the procedure outlined in the appropriate section of the ESM. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB10066A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION Related to communication codes U1000, U1001, U1002, U1010: - Always diagnose the communication codes first. - When a module reports a U1000 code, it is typically operating normally; however, there is a communication error external to that module on the CAN network. - U1000 indicates an error. V-CAN diagram or CAN Diag Support Monitor provides data to determine the location of the error. See this bulletin for more information.
NTB12118A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; EQUIPMENT. IF YOU CONFIRM A squeal/squeak noise is coming from the rear brakes: - When the brakes are either hot (after 10-15 minutes of driving) or cold (after vehicle has not been driven for 2-3 hours), - while moving forward or in reverse, - at speeds less than 10 MPH, - while traveling straight, AND - with light to moderate brake application (pedal pressure). NOTE - These are the typical conditions in which to duplicate the rear brake squeal/squeak; however, these conditions are not intended to detail all of the possible conditions in which the noise may occur. When attempting to duplicate this noise it is important to have a second person safely standing outside of the vehicle to determine if the noise is coming from the front or rear brakes. ACTION Replace the rear brake pads and the rear brake hardware kit with the parts listed in the Parts Information section of this bulletin. - Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section BR - Brake System, for removal and installation information. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB140492021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IF YOU CONFIRM: The customer states the following: - While driving, the audio setting in the Vehicle Information Display (VID) is blank while displaying normally in the audio unit. - All other items in the VID display normally i.e. temperature, MPG, etc. - Items above and below the VID display normally i.e. DTE, gear selection, etc. - The issue occurs with the ignition ON or the engine running. - The audio setting normally displays in the combination meter with the audio system on. NOTE: With the ignition in the ACC position, the audio display will go off after approximately 5 seconds. This is normal. ACTION: Replace the combination meter assembly with the one listed in PARTS INFORMATION. NOTE: Do NOT replace the audio unit or any other related parts for this issue, if it should occur. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB13041A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD; EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION - The Applied Vehicles are equipped with a hood ledge finisher on the passenger (RH) side only. - Do not submit a claim for a "missing" hood ledge finisher on driver's (LH) side. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB140382021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION When registering the Intelligent Keys (I-Keys) to a vehicle for one of the following concerns: * After replacing the BCM. Or * When one of the I-Keys has been lost and needs to be replaced. Or * When additional I-Keys are being added to the vehicle. Always use the following steps to insure proper registration of the I-Keys: 1. First Initialize the BCM. 2. Register all of the vehicle?s ?previously registered? I-Keys to the vehicle first. And then 3. Register any new (additional) I-Keys only after all of the pre-existing I-Keys have been registered. 4. Confirm operations of all I-Keys. Please see this bulletiln for further details.
NTB13004B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION The base model of the 2013-2014 Altima 2.5 Sedan is not equipped with an engine cover. Base model 2013 Altima 2.5 Sedan vehicles built before the VINs and dates shown below are not equipped with exhaust finishers. 1N4AL3AP(*)DC 227196 // March 13, 2013 1N4AL3AP(*)DN 530748 // March 8, 2013 The base model can be identified by the model designation on the trunk lid. The trunk lid will not have any of the following: - S - SV - SL Do not attempt to install an engine cover or exhaust finishers* under warranty on the base model. Installation of these parts on this model is not covered under warranty. *If vehicle was built before VINs and dates shown above.
NTB08055C2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; AIR BAGS. SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB13005B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT. IF YOU CONFIRM: A wind or road type noise is coming from either front door around the door mirror area AND / OR A rattle or flutter type noise is heard from the window or mirror area(s). NOTE: The noises reduce during a road test after applying "painter's tape" or suitable covering where noted in Figure 1. - The rattle noise is coming from the lower cover due to loose fit. ACTION: Refer to the REPAIR FLOW CHART on page 2. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB12090A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. STEERING; SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT. IF YOU CONFIRM - There is a drumming noise from the right front Strut Tower area when the Steering Wheel is being turned to the left and while moving at under 15 MPH, and/or - A witness mark is present as shown in Figures 1 and 2 on page 2. ACTION - Replace the right front strut Coil Spring with the model specific part listed on page 3 under PARTS INFORMATION. - Repair witness mark with SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 2 to prevent corrosion. NOTE: Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for the correct procedure for replacement of the coil spring. Please see this bullletin for further details.
NTB13057A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; LANE DEPARTURE; VISIBILITY. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin contains diagnostic information related to 2013 and 2014 Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Blind Spot Warning (BSW) systems. Although the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) should be used primarily when inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing LDW / BSW related issues, the supplemental information in this bulletin will assist in these areas. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB11005D2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Two methods are used to update/upgrade Navigation Map Data: 1. The customer goes to www.nissannavigation.com and is mailed update disc(s) or SD Card and installs data, OR 2. The dealership is mailed update disc(s) and the customer must visit the dealership to have data installed. Use the matrix in this bulletin to determine which method is utilized for each Applied Vehicle. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB92123D2021-05-10. Service bulletin. WHEELS; EQUIPMENT. Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming may no longer continue to meet these standards and may be seriously damaged. Therefore, Nissan most strongly discourages, and recommends that these wheels NEVER be subjected to, aftermarket chroming. See this bulletinfor further detail.
NTB130702021-05-10. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. SERVICE INFORMATION While performing the Intelligent Key Registration procedure, additional steps may need to be performed if the following occurs: - the first registration attempt is unsuccessful, AND - during the next registration attempt, CONSULT-III plus becomes hung up / stuck (see Figure 1 in the bulletin) prior to the pre-PIN read step and will not allow you to proceed. Perform the additional steps, beginning on page 2, to restart the procedure. See this bulletin for more detail.
NTB13040A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN; BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IF YOU CONFIRM: A rattle or groan type noise is coming from the right front strut tower / engine area when: - An applied vehicle is traveling at 20 - 40 MPH AND / OR - The engine is running at 1,400 - 1,500 RPM AND - The generator (alternator) is the source of the noise. NOTE: This noise may be misdiagnosed as CVT or heat shield related. ACTION: Replace the alternator with the one listed in PARTS INFORMATION. - Refer to the M ELECTRICAL & POWER CONTROL > CHG Charging System section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB130602021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION. SERVICE INFORMATION On vehicles equipped with Navigation or Base Audio, the HVAC Display Screen, Base Audio display and overhead Lamp (located in overhead console) may shut off (black out) if the daytime or nighttime illumination controls are set to less than 1 bar. * Under these conditions the operation of the HVAC display, Base Audio unit and the overhead lighting illumination are possibly operating correctly, simply need adjustment, and should not be replaced. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB130542021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. IF YOU CONFIRM: The engine of an applied vehicle stops only on the first attempt of accelerating from a stop after either of the following conditions: - The engine has been idling for 15 minutes or longer. - The vehicle was just refueled. ACTION: Confirm this bulletin applies. - Compare the vehicle's current ECM part number to those listed in Table A (see page 4). If the ECM part number does not match one listed in Table A, this bulletin does not apply. Go back to ASIST for further diagnostic and repair information. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the ECM. See this bulletin for further detail.
PC2312021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Nissan is conducting a dealer inventory inspection on certain specific MY13 Nissan Altima (L33) and Maxima (A35) vehicles to inspect the rear members for proper parts application.

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