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Service bulletins for the 2016 Nissan Maxima

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.

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

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NTB160082021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION The function to detect the last item to trigger the vehicles theft alarm system can now be accessed with CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus). This function can be accessed by selecting: * Diagnosis (All Systems) or Diagnosis (One System). Then * BCM Then * THEFT ALM Then * Work Support Then * THEFT ALM TRG. See this bulletin for further details.
NTB160022021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION Whenever all Intelligent Keys of an APPLIED VEHICLE are lost AND the BCM is in Transit Mode, the BCM does not need to be replaced when replacing the lost Intelligent Keys. When all of the following conditions of an APPLIED VEHICLE are verified: - The BCM is in Transit Mode. - The BCM will not respond to CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus). It does not show up on System Call. - All Intelligent Keys are lost. DO NOT replace the BCM or ECM when replacing the lost Intelligent Keys. The procedure in this bulletin will get the existing BCM out of Transit Mode. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB160012021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION When the BCM in an APPLIED VEHICLE is being replaced for any reason, all existing Intelligent Keys must be re-registered. If new Intelligent Keys are added to the existing Intelligent Keys at the same time the BCM is being replaced, the procedure in this bulletin must be followed. See this bulletin for further detail.
PC419A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES. This activity will expire on December 18th, 2015. Dealers can continue to schedule and repair vehicles eligible for this service action until close of business December 18th, 2015. Claims will be honored for RO?s opened on or before the 18th of December.
NTB160032021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION The Intelligent Keys used on the various Nissan vehicles may not be interchangeable between models and years. See this bulletin for further detail.
PC4192021-05-10. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES. Nissan is conducting a dealer inventory service action to inspect and, if necessary, replace the hood latch on certain MY 2015 Murano, MY2016 Maxima, and MY2015-16 Rogue and Pathfinder vehicles
MAILXOL2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Emission Service Campaign to provide a warranty supplement card that contains the most current emission warranty information.
NTB09022G2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION Design and process changes have been made to improve battery voltage at dealer receipt. Our goal is to deliver vehicles to customers with a 12 volt battery in excellent condition. Proper dealership storage and maintenance of vehicle 12 volt batteries is essential to insuring good battery operating life and customer satisfaction. Dealers are responsible for maintaining vehicles in their inventory. 12 volt batteries in vehicle inventory should always be kept at a full charge to prevent excessive discharge during storage and so they are ready for delivery to customers at any time. See this bulletin for further detail.
MAILX2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Emission Service Campaign to provide a warranty supplement card that contains the most current emission warranty information.
NTB14068A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY. SERVICE INFORMATION Power moonroof initialization procedures for the Applied Vehicles have been revised. The procedure described in this bulletin differs from the procedure in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). At a later date and where possible, the applicable ESMs will be updated with the revised procedures. Follow the procedure in this bulletin should the power moonroof in an Applied Vehicle need to be initialized. See this bulletin for further details.
NTB13028A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY. SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most any foreign material on the surface of the Windshield can be cleaned off by using #0000 super fine steel wool. >The #0000 grade super fine steel wool can be found in most hardware stores. Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB15009C2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION Please share this bulletin with "sales staff" and staff associated with maintaining dealer stock vehicles. If an SD Map Card is removed from a Navigation/audio unit for any reason, the card MUST be returned to only the Navigation/audio unit that it came out of. SD Map Cards have data on them that is specific to the Navigation/audio unit that they are originally from, and may cause operational errors if installed into Navigation/audio units that they are not compatible with. - Keep track of any SD Map Cards that are removed from the vehicle by VIN, and return only to the same vehicle that it was removed from. - Do not remove the SD Map Card when returning the Navi/audio head unit for parts warranty. Head units must be returned with correct SD Map Cards or dealer will be charged back. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB11069C2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states HomeLink will not operate or has improper operation. ACTIONS 1. To significantly reduce unnecessary repairs, make sure: a. The vehicle is not in "Transit Mode" (if equipped). - Not in Transit Mode: With the turn signal switch is in the OFF (center) position, turn the ignition from OFF to ON. If the turn signal indicators stay OFF (do not illuminate), the vehicle is not in Transit Mode. b. The "Extended Storage Switch" (if equipped) is in the "Customer Delivery" position (pushed in). - The Extended Storage Switch is located on the fuse block that is located in the interior of the vehicle. 2. Confirm the customer is familiar with the HomeLink programming procedure located in the vehicle?s owner?s manual. 3. Test HomeLink operation with special tool HomeLink Transmitter Tester J-41540. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB13088A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; WHEELS; SERVICE BRAKES; LANE DEPARTURE. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Data" (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711) condition - Sensor leaks - Moving TPMS/LTPWS wheel assemblies from one vehicle to another and TPMS/LTPWS sensor registration - Air pressure changes with altitude and ambient temperatures - Aftermarket tire sealers - Aftermarket wheels - Inflating/deflating tires with TPMS/LTPWS sensors See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB150722021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION On applied vehicles equipped with a rear spoiler, there are two different types. To determine which rear spoiler belongs on your vehicle, see both pages of this bulletin. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB14057A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT. SERVICE INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is provided to help ensure correct diagnosis and repair of fluid leaks. All fluid leaks, when properly diagnosed, should be repaired (whether under warranty or customer pay) to ensure proper vehicle operation. However, certain normal operating conditions can be misdiagnosed as a leak requiring repair. Unnecessary repair or replacement of parts in connection with incorrectly diagnosed "leaks" can negatively impact customer satisfaction, be time consuming and costly, and if not performed correctly can lead to future repairs. See this bulletin for further detail.
PC3842021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Effective immediately, Nissan is placing a temporary Quality Assurance (QA) Hold on 2,823 MY 2016 Maxima vehicles in transit or currently at the dealer. Nissan is currently investigating the issue requiring this quality hold.
NTB150632021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SERVICE INFORMATION If after replacing a BCM and manual configuration needs to be performed, use the table below: CAUTION: * Thoroughly read and understand the vehicle specification. ECU control may not operate normally if the setting is not correct. * Never select any other value other than the ?Setting value? shown below. * If only 1 item is present in the Setting value, only 1 choice is available for the specific vehicle being configured. * Please see this bulletin for further details.
NTB15001C2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. SERVICE INFORMATION If the AV control unit needs to be replaced in an Applied Vehicle for any reason, follow the Service Procedure in this bulletin to make sure all necessary configurations and registration are completed correctly. NOTE: - The Apps mode will not function if the AV control unit registration code is not registered. - Do not remove the SD Map Card when returning the Navi/audio head unit for parts warranty. Head units must be returned with correct SD Map Cards or the dealer will be charged back. See this bulletin for further detail.
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.
NTB150552021-05-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL. SERVICE INFORMATION After ECM reprogramming, the Calibration Verification Number (CVN) needs to be automatically calculated prior to State emissions testing (also known as Inspection Maintainence, I/M, or SMOG testing depending upon location). Allowing the vehicle to idle for 22 minutes will allow for faster CVN calculation. It is recommended that customers utilize this method if the vehicle needs to be tested for emissions soon after ECM reprogramming. See this bulletin for further detail.
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.
NTB150432021-05-10. Service bulletin. WHEELS. SERVICE INFORMATION The appearance of painted alloy wheels can be damaged if acidic cleaners are used. DO NOT use Chrome Wheel Cleaner on Painted Wheels. Many chrome wheel cleaners have acidic ingredients. Make sure to follow all instruction in the Appearance and Care Section of the Owner?s Manual. Damage to wheel appearance due to the use of inappropriate chemicals or cleaning products is not covered under warranty. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB140322021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty claims coding for repairing wiring harnesses for all Nissan vehicles has changed. This bulletin gives an outline of the technician?s responsibilities in assisting the dealer?s claims administrator to properly code a harness repair. Failure to provide correct information may result in claims suspension or rejection. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB18-017D2021-05-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION FOR DTCS B2EF0 AND B130C This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

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