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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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NTB131042021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IF YOU CONFIRM: All functions of an Applied Vehicle's remotes will not work after the doors have been locked and the BCM goes into "sleep mode" (about 15-20 minutes). ALL of the following MUST be verified in the given order: 1. All remote functions do not work after the BCM goes into "sleep mode". 2. All remote functions will work again after pressing one of the request switches on the vehicle. 3. The issue (all remote functions do not work) repeats after the BCM goes back into "sleep mode" again. 4. Remote signal strength checks OK with Signal Tech II. ACTION: 1. ALL of the four steps above MUST be verified in the given order for this bulletin to apply. 2. If the issue has been verified as stated above, replace the BCM. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB131032021-05-10. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. IF YOU CONFIRM: Contact marks on the painted surface of the body are visible anywhere along the forward edges of either rear combination lamp. ACTION: 1. Using standard auto body repair practices, perform a Refinish Half-Block Repair to the area(s) affected by the rear combination lamp(s). 2. Apply a piece of protective urethane tape (see PARTS INFORMATION) on both sides of the vehicle where shown in the SERVICE PROCEDURE of this bulletin. 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.
NTB13027A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION This TSB is for troubleshooting of CAN Modules with "Diag-On-CAN" Diagnostics. The flow charts below are meant to troubleshoot current CAN DTCs. The flow charts are intended to diagnose one module at a time; repeat the process as needed for additional control units. Please see this bulleitn for further details.
NTB11103C2021-05-10. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. SERVICE INFORMATION Part order approval from TECH LINE is no longer required when replacing the Audio Visual (A/V) Control Unit on an Applied Vehicle. Previously, TECH LINE would need to be contacted to confirm (or assist with) diagnosis and the proper repair prior to ordering an A/V control unit. This process has been suspended.
NTB04094A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. STEERING; SERVICE BRAKES; WHEELS. If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical support or service can be obtained by calling 1-800-543-6618. NOTE: Brake rotors may need to be resurfaced during routine brake repair or for brake "judder" incidents. - Brake judder: A brake pedal pulsation and/or steering wheel shimmy when braking that occurs when there is too much thickness variation of the brake rotors (see NTB00-033). See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB00033E2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; WHEELS; SUSPENSION; STEERING. SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the vehicle, steering wheel or brake pedal when the brakes are applied. c. Pedal Feel: The effort needed to operate the brakes is too high or too low. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based on the description in the Service Information above. 3. Follow the appropriate repair procedure(s), listed on the following pages, for your specific incident. See this bulletin for further details.
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.
NTB13052B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SEATS. On certain Model Year 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with heated front seats, the seat heating feature may not work as designed. Nissan will conduct a Voluntary Service Campaign by inspecting the seat harnesses and if necessary, install seat sub-harnesses to resolve the issue at no charge for parts or labor. Campain ID: PC212 See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB130652021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. IF YOU CONFIRM: The engine has an extended crank before starting. - This issue may be intermittent. 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.
NTB130072021-05-10. Service bulletin. SEATS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; WHEELS; STEERING; AIR BAGS. SERVICE INFORMATION If you confirm there is a need to replace the steering wheel switches on an Applied Vehicle for any reason: - Do not replace the driver air bag module. The steering wheel switches are now available as a separate service part. - Refer to the Service Procedure in this bulletin for steering wheel switch removal and installation instructions. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB98018G2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed self diagnosis of major emissions systems and components. - In these instances the State may require completion of the SRT before permitting the emissions inspection to proceed. Refer to this Bulletin for further details.
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.
NTB130592021-05-10. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. IF YOU CONFIRM: The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is "ON" with DTC P062F (Internal Control Module EEPROM Error) stored in the Transmission Control Module (TCM). and " No drivability symptoms are present. ACTION: 1. Refer to step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the vehicle you are working on. 2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the TCM. See this bulletin for further detail.
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.
NTB12060B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer would like to activate a subscription for any of the following services: - SiriusXM Satellite Radio, NavTraffic, NavWeather, Travel Link Weather OR If a radio is replaced for any reason, and a customer has an active subscription to any of the above services, OR If a customer claims to have an active subscription to any of the above services, AND any portion of the subscribed service is not operating, ... follow the steps in this bulletin to activate/refresh the service.
PC212OL2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SEATS. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat subharnesses on certain 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with heated front seats.
PC2122021-05-10. Service bulletin. SEATS. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat subharnesses on certain 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with heated front seats.
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.
NTB130502021-05-10. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. IF YOU CONFIRM: * A rattle is coming from the rear of the vehicle when the audio system is on. * Rattle is more pronounced with high volume and/or low frequencies. * Rattle can be from the left or the right rear and will stop if pressure is appied to either of the rear C-Piller finishers. ACTION: * Apply felt tape to both of the C-pillar finishers at the area shown in Figure 4, on page 2. See this bulletin for further details.
NTB130492021-05-10. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; EQUIPMENT; AIR BAGS. SERVICE INFORMATION If the door mirror corner finisher of either front door has to be removed or replaced for any reason, make sure to remove it as noted in the picture (see bulletin). NOTE: The front door finisher must be removed prior to door mirror corner finisher removal. Refer to the L DRIVER CONTROLS>MIR Mirrors section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). See this bulletin for further detail.

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