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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

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

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NTB15013C2021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT; POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT. IMPORTANT: Metal debris and friction material may become trapped in the radiator, cooling hoses, bypass valve or external CVT fluid cooler. This debris can contaminate the newly serviced transmission, control valve or torque converter. In severe cases this debris can block or restrict flow and may cause damage to the newly serviced CVT. SERVICE INFORMATION When a CVT, control valve or torque converter replacement is necessary for one of the applied vehicles, the CVT transmission fluid coolers (radiator based fluid cooler and external auxiliary cooler if present) must be flushed. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB15049H2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. SERVICE INFORMATION The Applied Vehicles are equipped with a wireless communication device called a Telematics Communication Unit (TCU). With an active NissanConnectSM Services subscription, the TCU communicates with the NissanConnectSM Services Data Center to provide various security and convenience services. This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed properly in order to set-up and maintain the telematics system for the Applied Vehicles. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB15015F2021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. IF YOU CONFIRM: The customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration) AND One of these DTCs is stored: - P17F0 (CVT_JUDDER (T/M INSPECTION)) - P17F1 (CVT_JUDDER (C/U INSPECTION)) NOTE - If a transmission judder (as described above) is not reported, this bulletin does not apply. - If either P17F0 or P17F1 are not stored, this bulletin does not apply. - NTB15-014, Enhanced Diagnostic Logic For CVT Judder, has reprogramming instructions that may apply. ACTIONS: Perform the SERVICE PROCEDURE, starting on page 3. - Review the Repair Flow Chart in this bulletin. NOTE: Essential Tool Tech Cam (borescope) J-51951 has been sent to dealers. This tool?s attachments make CVTinspection possible. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB13106E2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION. SERVICE INFORMATION If the configuration of the Audio/Navigation unit has not been completed correctly, some of the symptoms that may occur are: * Intermittent or no back up camera operation * No steering wheel switch response to audio inputs * No volume response from volume knob * Volume very loud or very quiet and adjustment is overly sensitive * Equalizer is adjusted so that Bass control is at maximum all the time * DTC U1000 for AVM C/U could be present If the above symptoms occur: * Confirm the configuration of the Audio/Navigation unit is correct. NOTE: Correct configuration of the appropriate control unit will restore correct operation. Audio/Navigation unit configuration is outlined starting on page 2. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB160462021-05-10. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION Nissan is issuing this Technical Service Bulletin to clarify that a change has been made for the logic that controls the Occupant Classification System (OCS) and 'passenger airbag indicator' (PABI), as described in the Owner?s Manual. This TSB applies only to vehicles using the 2-sensor OCS. Those changes are: * PABI light is ON with an empty front passenger seat. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB13099E2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION If the Audio Unit needs to be replaced in an Applied Vehicle for any reason: - Write down replacement Audio Unit's registration "code" . - Replace the Audio Unit as instructed in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) and any applicable bulletins. - Register the replacement Audio Unit with Nissan Owner Services. NOTE: The Apps mode will not function if the Audio Unit serial number (registration code) is not registered. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB09099A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. IF YOU CONFIRM A refrigerant leak at a refrigerant pipe/hose joint location. ACTIONS 1. Inspect the metal surfaces of the pipe/hose joint for damage or contamination. NOTE: Do not replace a refrigerant pipe, hose, or other A/C component if an o-ring seal will solve the leak incident, if it should occur. 2. If no damage is found to the joint metal surfaces, replace the O-ring seal. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB09131B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB15044B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP. SERVICE INFORMATION If the clip for the fuel filler cap tether becomes lost or is detached for any reason, it is no longer necessary to replace the fuel filler cap. The clip or "pin" is now available as a separate service part. NOTE - Do not replace the fuel filler cap if only the pin is needed. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB16007A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; WHEELS; STEERING; EQUIPMENT. IF YOU CONFIRM A vibration is felt in the center console armrest pad, seat base and steering wheel that is accompanied by a droning sound. - Only while driving (does not occur at idle). And - With engine RPM at approximately 1,600 to 1,800. ACTION Remove two rubber "front exhaust tube hangers" shown in Figure 1 that support the rear of the center exhaust tube. IMPORTANT: Vehicles built after the Applied VIN and Date are no longer equipped with exhaust hangers installed in these locations. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB160132021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS. SERVICE INFORMATION For current production 2016 Altima, if equipped with fog lamps: - The fog lamp assemblies also function as Day Time Running Lights. - Each fog lamp assembly has two bulbs, one for the fog lamp and one for the Day Time Running Light. - The Day Time Running Lights are ON when: - Engine is running - Parking brake is released - Headlamps are OFF NOTE: The current Owner?s Manual indicates that, if equipped, the LED portion of the headlamps function as Day Time Running Lights. This type of Day Time Running Light on the Altima is intended for later 2016 production and applied to certain trim levels only. The information in this bulletin is to provide additional information regarding the Day Time Running Lights on current production 2016 Altima vehicles.
NTB151012021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION: The 2016 Altima "S" model, is not equipped with the "grade" (model) emblem on the trunk lid (Figure 1). Installation of such an emblem is not covered under the Nissan New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB150522021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. SERVICE INFORMATION When replacing both of the vehicle?s I-Keys, due to being lost prior to vehicle delivery, new I-Keys can now be registered without the BCM (or ECM) being replaced. Do not replace the BCM (or ECM) before replacing I-Keys for the Applied Vehicles. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB16-028C2021-05-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. INTELLIGENT KEY BUTTONS INOPERATIVE BUT REQUEST SWITCHES WORK This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-052A2021-05-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2016 NISSAN; REGISTRATION OF NEW I-KEYS WHEN ORIGINALS ARE MISSING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-002A2021-05-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. NISSAN; REPLACING LOST INTELLIGENT KEYS FOR APPLICABLE 2016 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-077C2021-05-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. NISSAN; SIGNAL TECH-II INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY TEST AND SIGNAL CHECK This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-014A2021-04-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. BLUETOOTH, USB, AND AUX FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC TOOL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on page 3. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-099G2021-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AUX AUDIO JACK/PLUG; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). AUDIO UNIT REPLACEMENT - VEHICLES WITH COLOR DISPLAY AUDIO AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin
NTB18-031c2021-03-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2016-2018 NISSAN CONNECT NAVIGATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE TO RESOLVE SEVERAL ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on page 9. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-039m2021-03-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. PATHFINDER, ALTIMA, MAXIMA, MURANO AND QUEST; CVT JUDDER AND DTC P17F0 OR P17F1 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-110p2021-03-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. 2013-2017 ALTIMA AND 2014-2017 ROGUE; 4 CYLINDER WITH DTC P17F0, P17F1, P0776, P2813, P1715, AND/OR P0841 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-013f2021-03-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. NISSAN; PROCEDURE TO CLEAN CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLERS This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB15-013. Refer to the ESM for the fluid cooler cleaning procedure.
NTB17-039l2021-01-09. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT. PATHFINDER, ALTIMA, MAXIMA, MURANO AND QUEST; CVT JUDDER AND DTC P17F0 OR P17F1 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-039k2020-10-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. PATHFINDER, ALTIMA, MAXIMA, MURANO AND QUEST; CVT JUDDER AND DTC P17F0 OR P17F1 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM The customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration), AND One of these DTCs is stored: • P17F0 (CVT_JUDDER (T/M INSPECTION)) • P17F1 (CVT_JUDDER (C/U INSPECTION)) NOTE: • If a transmission judder (as described above) is not reported, this bulletin does not apply. • If either P17F0 or P17F1 are not stored, this bulletin does not apply. • If any DTCs are stored other than P17F0 or P17F1, this bulletin does not apply. • NTB15-014, Enhanced Diagnostic Logic For CVT Judder, has reprogramming instructions that may apply. ACTION • Refer to the Repair Flow Chart on page 2 for CVT repair. CAUTION: Always handle the CVT and component assemblies carefully and with the appropriate lifting tools.

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