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Service bulletins for the 2013 Nissan Sentra

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.

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

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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.
NTB14051A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM). IF YOU CONFIRM: The engine will not start (the starter does not operate) AND Any of the following DTCs are found stored: P1650, P1651, B210C Combined with one or more of the following DTCs: B2562, B00A0, B142A, C1601 ACTION: 1) Test the battery with the GR8 Multitasking Battery Diagnostic Station (battery tester/charger). 2) Reprogram the ECM using CONSULT-III plus, and then confirm: The starter operates, the engine starts, and no DTCs stated above are stored after starting the engine. 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.
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.
NTB13058B2021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. IF YOU CONFIRM: The engine RPM intermittently drops very low while stopped (idling) or the engine stops running while coming to a stop. NOTE: These symptoms can occur under the following conditions. - Low engine RPM at idle while the A/C is off and without any electrical load from the alternator - The engine speed (RPM) becomes low while coming to a stop with the A/C on - The engine stops running when coming to a stop ACTION: 1. Refer to the Repair Overview on page 2 to determine if this bulletin applies. NOTE: On certain specific 2013 Sentra vehicles campaign ID P3212 / NTB13-022 may apply. Make sure to use the Repair Overview to determine if the campaign bulletin or this bulletin applies, or neither apply. See this bulletin for 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.
NTB13022A2021-05-10. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Nissan is conducting a voluntary service campaign to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM), and if necessary, the Transmission Control Module (TCM) on certain specific 2013 Nissan Sentra vehicles at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. The reprogramming will prevent a condition in which the vehicle's engine may stop running under certain unique conditions at cold start. The vehicle still meets and exceeds applicable safety standards and there is no unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety. Campaign ID #: P3212 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.
NTB130392021-05-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION Improper adjustment or operation of the ASCD brake switch can cause the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) to "not set" and/or DTC P0605 (ECM) to store. See this bulletin for further detail.
P32122021-05-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Nissan is conducting a voluntary service campaign to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM), and if necessary, the Transmission Control Module (TCM) on certain specific 2013 Nissan Sentra vehicles.
NTB120952021-05-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SERVICE INFORMATION - The Extended Storage Switch (ESS) now includes the enable/disable of BCM transit mode. - Operating the ESS will, at the same time, enable/disable the BCM transit mode with one operation (as opposed to separately on other models). - Together, the ESS and BCM transit mode are now referred to as "Shipping Mode." - The ESS is still located in the fuse panel. - Vehicles are shipped to dealers with the ESS disengaged (Shipping Mode) to help prevent the 12 volt service battery from becoming discharged during shipping and dealership storage. - Dealerships are required to push in the ESS prior to customer delivery. See this bulletin for further detail.
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.
NTB16-063A2021-04-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WORN IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-106G2021-04-08. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE:LANE KEEP:NAVIGATION SYSTEM/SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. CORRECT OPERATION OF AUDIO CONTROLS AND BACK-UP CAMERA REQUIRES CONFIGURATION WITH C-III PLUS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB12-099E2021-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. NAVIGATION WILL NOT WORK AFTER SD MAP CARD INSTALLED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-0712019-10-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS. DTC B00A0-00 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT) is stored And OCS zero point reset cannot be performed (continued on the next page) And The following screen displays: ACTION 1. Check the Occupant Classification System (OCS) control unit using the ODS Analysis tool software. • Refer to SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 5. HINT: “OCS” may also be referred to as “ODS”. 2. Perform “75-zero RESET”.
NTB18-0512018-08-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2013-2017 SENTRA; ECM REPROGRAM This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with a non-turbo engine. INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign on certain specific model year 2013-2017 Sentra vehicles that are currently registered in the states of Arizona or Nevada. 2013- 2014 Sentra vehicles will have the PCV valve replaced, and the Engine Control Module (ECM) software reprogrammed. 2015-2017 Sentra vehicles will have the ECM software reprogrammed only. This service will be performed at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Nissan has assigned identification numbers PM827 and PC633 to this campaign. The correct number must appear on all communication and documentation of any nature dealing with this campaign. DEALER RESPONSIBILITY Dealers are to repair vehicles falling within range of this campaign that enter the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties, vehicles presented by transient (tourists) owners, and vehicles in a dealer?s inventory.
PC633 PM827 P8322018-08-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Engine Control Module (ECM) Reprogram Regional (NV & AZ) Voluntary Service Campaign ***** Campaign Summary***** Nissan is conducting a Regional Voluntary Service Campaign to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) on affected vehicles currently registered in Nevada and Arizona. The current programming may cause the air/fuel ratio to become excessively rich resulting in engine stop under certain high temperature and high altitude conditions. In addition, Nissan is asking dealers to inspect and, if necessary, replace the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve on certain 2013-14 Nissan Sentra vehicles. ***** What Dealers Should Do ***** 1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this Voluntary Service Campaign using Service Comm or DBS National Service History - Open Campaign I.D. Due to the various models involved and the associated responsible manufacturing location of origin, there are three (3) separate campaign IDs with unique Campaign Bulletins for each model: - PC633 - PM827 - P8325 New vehicles in dealer inventory can be also be identified using DCS (Sales-> Vehicle Inventory, and filter by Open Campaign). - Refer to NPSB 15-460 for additional information NOTE: These campaigns are state-specific and limited to vehicles that are currently registered, or previously registered, in the state of Nevada or Arizona only. 2. Nissan requests dealers repair any affected vehicles in retailer new or pre-owned inventory to ensure customer satisfaction. 3. Dealers should use the appropriate repair bulletin for the applicable model as listed below to correct any vehicles subject to this campaign. 4. Once repaired, dealer should submit a warranty claim and release the vehicle.
NTB16-0862017-02-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. "2013-2015 SENTRA; ENGINE TURNS OFF OR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP DURING HOT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES (+100°F) IF YOU CONFIRM THE ENGINE TURNS OFF OR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP DURING HOT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES (+100°F), AND THE ENGINE IS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. ACTION 1. FOR 2013 AND 2014 SENTRA ONLY: - INSPECT THE COLOR OF THE PCV VALVE, AND REPLACE IF THE COLOR IS ORANGE (SEE FIGURE A ON PAGE 2). 2. FOR ALL APPLIED VEHICLES, IF NEEDED, REPROGRAM THE ECM. - REFER TO STEP 6 IN THE ECM REPROGRAM SECTION OF THE SERVICE PROCEDURE TO CONFIRM IF REPROGRAMMING IS NEEDED."
NTB16-027A2017-02-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "2013 – 2015 SENTRA; MIL ON WITH DTC P0101 THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN AMENDED THROUGHOUT. DISCARD ALL PREVIOUS VERSIONS OF THIS BULLETIN."
NTB160632017-02-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. WORN IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH
NTB16-0272016-06-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. 2013 – 2015 SENTRA; MIL ON WITH DTC P0101 IF YOU CONFIRM The MIL is ON with DTC P0101 (MAF SEN/CIRCUIT-B1) stored. and There are no drivability issues. ACTION 1. For 2013 and 2014 models only: • Inspect the color of the PCV valve, replace if the color is orange (see Figure A on page 2). 2. If needed, for all applied model, reprogram the ECM. • Refer to step 6 in the ECM Reprogram section of the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm if reprogramming is needed.
NTB-13-0582013-07-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE. NISSAN: WHILE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND IDLING, ENGINE'S RPM WOULD DROP, INTERMITTENTLY, AND WAS NOT CAUSED BY AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD OF ALTERNATOR OR BY A/C COMPRESSOR, AND NEEDS TO BE CHECKED AND IF NECESSARY, ECM REPROGRAM. MODEL 2013-2014 SENTRA. *PE UPDATED 12/18/13. *PE UPDATED 2/21/14. *PE

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