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Service bulletins for the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder

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.

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

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NTB15-013B2021-05-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Nissan; Procedure to clean CVT Transmission fluid coolers
PC500OL2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to reprogram the Transmission Control Module(TCM) to improve CVT service diagnostics.
NTB12103D2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. SERVICE INFORMATION The Service Procedure (starting on page 2) in this bulletin contains the steps to perform TCM Calibration Data Write Procedures. These procedures are used when a complete CVT is replaced, or a CVT control valve (valve body) is replaced, or a Transmission Control Module (TCM) is replaced. See this bulletin for further detail.
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.
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.
NTB15014B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT; POWER TRAIN. IF YOU CONFIRM The customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration). NOTE: A new diagnostic logic has been established to enhance the diagnostic process by storing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) on Applied Vehicles. The new DTCs are: P17F1 (CVT_JUDDER [C/U INSPECTION]) P17F0 (CVT_JUDDER [T/M INSPECTION]) ACTION 1. Refer to page 4, step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the vehicle you are working on. NOTE:The current TCM Part Numbers in this bulletin have been updated. The vehicle you are working on may require reprogramming per this bulletin again. 2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the TCM (Transmission Control Module) See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB160232021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; WHEELS; VISIBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; STEERING; BACK OVER PREVENTION. IF YOU CONFIRM A customer concern of while turning the steering wheel or when driving at low speed (straight or turning), a high pitch power steering noise can be heard. * Only while seated inside the vehicle And * With all of the windows up NOTE: If the audio and/or HVAC systems are turned ON it may be difficult to hear this issue. ACTION Install an Insulator onto the end of the power steering pump motor housing with the Service Procedure starting on the next page. Please see this bulletin for further details.
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.
NTB12055E2021-05-10. Service bulletin. WHEELS; POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT; BACK OVER PREVENTION. IF YOU CONFIRM: Customers concern of a "clicking" noise coming from either left or right front/rear CV-type axles during take-off/acceleration. ACTION: Apply Molykote M77 grease (P/N 44003-7S000) to the hub bearing surfaces. NOTE: * Do not remove the axle from the hub or transmission for this bulletin * Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for model specific torque specifications. - For 2007-2013 Versa and 2013 LEAF vehicles, see the Service Procedure torque specifications on page 4. See this bulletin for further detail.
PC3572021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Nissan is informing affected customers that their vehicles (non-Hybrid models) are eligible for Continually Variable Transmission (CVT) Transmission Control Module (?TCM?) software programming update to improve CVT service diagnostics.
NTB150162021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). INFORMATION If this bulletin applies by checking Service COMM (PC357), and the TCM?s current part number is listed in Table A of this bulletin, then reprogram the TCM. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB141072021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair: * Check for stored DTCs. * Check if the driver is resting their left foot on the brake pedal while accelerating. Advise the customer not to rest their foot on the brake while accelerating. * Use CONSULT-III plus in Engine Data Monitor to check operation of the brake lamp circuit signal. Monitor the brake switch during the incident; it should be "OFF". Please see this bulletn 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.
PC283B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Nissan is conducting a Dealer Service Action to replace the CVT and reprogram/calibrate the TCM on a limited number of certain specific 2013-14 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles that are currently in dealerThere are 67 eligible vehicles remaining in dealer inventory for this service action. 39 CVTs were shipped last week and have already begun arriving at dealers. Please refer to the attached list for current and planned shipments.
PC283A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT. As a result of delayed retail delivery reporting and some other factors, some dealers received CVTs they do not need. The attached excel file shows the CVTs that were shipped and also include the dealer inventory on 5/23/14 for reference.
PC2832021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Nissan is conducting a Dealer Service Action to replace the CVT and reprogram/calibrate the TCM on a limited number of certain specific 2013-14 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles that are currently in dealer inventory.
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.
PC197OL2021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign to reprogram the Transmission Control Unit (TCM) on certain specific 2013 Model Year Pathfinder vehicles. This TCM reprogram will prevent a CVT belt slip condition from occurring
PC197A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign to reprogram the Transmission Control Unit (TCM) on certain specific 2013 Model Year Pathfinder vehicles. This TCM reprogram will prevent a CVT belt slip condition from occurring
NTB130022021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign to reprogram the Transmission Control Unit (TCM) on certain specific 2013 Model Year Pathfinder vehicles. This TCM reprogram will prevent a CVT belt slip condition from occurring and will be performed at no charge for parts or labor. See this bulletin for further detail. Campaign ID # PC197
PC1972021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Nissan is conducting a dealer service action to reprogram the TCM on certain specific 2013 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles.
NTB15-021A2021-04-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). 2013-2014 PATHFINDER 4WD ERROR DISPLAYED AND DTC C1204 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-140C2021-04-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. CVT OIL LEAK DIAGNOSIS USING FLUORESCENT DYE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. 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.

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