2012 Nissan Leaf Technical Service Bulletins

129 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Nissan Leaf. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10192234Aug 27, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10192233Aug 27, 2013Equipment, Wheels. 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…
• 10192231Aug 26, 2013Electrical 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.
• 10192230Aug 23, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Seats. SERVICE INFORMATION The DC Fast Charger requires periodic air filter maintenance. If the air filters are not serviced and become restricted, the DC Fast Charger will set DTC 0x051E Thermostat Error (Charger malfunction) and suspend operation until the restriction is cleared and the power to the DC Fast Charger is cycled. The air filters should all be inspected 30 days after the unit is first put into service, to…
• 10192217Jul 23, 2013Brakes, Steering, 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…
• 10192216Jul 23, 2013Wheels, Brakes, Steering, Suspension. 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…
• 10192199Jun 24, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign which is providing a new software enhancement for model year 2011-2012 LEAF vehicles, updating them with the software currently used in production for 2013 model year LEAF vehicles.
• 10192190Jun 6, 2013Equipment. INTRODUCTION This voluntary service campaign provides complimentary update of certain vehicle software in MY11-12 LEAFs to match current MY13 production specifications. The reprogramming of the Lithium Ion Battery controller is intended to improve the accuracy of the Battery Capacity Level Gauge. The reprogramming of the On-Board Charger is intended to expand the number of compatible chargers. Please see this…
• 10052321Jun 6, 2013Electrical system. Nissan service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. On some vehicles, to improve the accuracy of battery capacity level gauge, the lithium ion battery controller is reprogrammed and is intended to expand on board charger and number of compatible chargers. Models 2011-2012 leaf.
• 10192189Jun 5, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign which is providing a new software enhancement for model year 2011-2012 LEAF vehicles, updating them with the software currently used in production for 2013 model year LEAF vehicles.
• 10192179May 15, 2013Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera). SERVICE INFORMATION When replacing (exchanging) an A/V Control Unit, do not remove the Map SD Card. The Map SD Card is matched to the unit. If an A/V Control Unit is sent to Clarion without the Original Map SD Card, Clarion will NOT accept it. The A/V Control Unit will be sent back to the dealer. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192178May 14, 2013Suspension. 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…
• 10192158Apr 4, 2013Electrical 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.
• 10051768Apr 4, 2013Vehicle speed control. Nissan: cruise control will not set and dtc p0605 is stored.
• 10192155Apr 3, 2013Vehicle speed control, Seat belts. SERVICE INFORMATION The "Lock / Unlock request buttons" that are located on the outside door handles of vehicles with Intelligent Key can be disabled (or enabled) through either the "Comfort & Conv." settings of the Audio/Visual/Navigation system, orthrough the "Combination Meter settings" depending on the vehicle model, year and trim level. NOTE: In some instances this feature may be unintentionally disabled…
• 10051767Apr 3, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
• 10192145Mar 19, 2013Suspension. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod…
• 10192127Feb 15, 2013Body and structure. SERVICE INFORMATION If a CD/DVD Player incident is noted, a possible cause may be improper CD/DVD disc care, condition, or usage. This bulletin provides updated CD/DVD Player operation instructions to avoid potential incidents/customer concerns caused by improper care and usage of CD/DVD discs. To aid in solving customer concerns, use the guidelines in this bulletin when speaking to customers or inspecting incident…
• 10192121Feb 5, 2013Body and structure, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION For warranty documentation it may be necessary to print the Battery Information Sheet for the high voltage battery (EV Battery). Refer to the steps is this bulletin to obtain and print the Battery Information Sheet. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192100Dec 21, 2012Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION To increase tire/wheel assembly balancing accuracy, proper steps should be followed - Make sure to use the correct size wheel centering collet (do not use a cone). - Make sure to use a flange plate and stud set to secure the tire/wheel assembly on the balancer (do not use a cup). - Perform proper wheel mounting and centering checks. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192097Dec 19, 2012Fuel system. IF YOU CONFIRM: When using the NAVI system, it may display the incorrect city name. NOTE: The NAVI mapping functions still operate correctly. ACTION: 1. Go to Previous Destinations in the A/V (NAVI) control unit. 2. Check for a match in name(s) of cities in Previous Destinations to those in Table A (starting on page 3). 3. If a match is found, replace the A/V control unit. NOTE: - This bulletin applies only if…
• 10050159Dec 11, 2012Electrical system. Nissan: on some vehicles telematics signal or connection was previously operational and now no symbol or telematics symbol, indicating no connection or signal is present. Model 2011-2012 leaf.
• 10192085Dec 10, 2012Back-over prevention (rear camera). IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle had a proper telematics signal/connection and operation previously, but now the telematics symbol indicates no signal/connection in any location. ACTION Perform Section 1 of the SERVICE PROCEDURE to determine if this bulletin applies. If this bulletin does appy, perform software updates for the AV Control Unit and/or TCU as instructed in the SERVICE PROCEDURE. See this bulletin for…
• 10047059Aug 27, 2012Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Nissan: rain sensors may operate, intermittently or unexpectedly, when exhaust gas, moisture, fingerprints, dirt, or insects are near or around rain sensors. No models or model years listed.
• 10043355Feb 9, 2012Electrical system, Equipment. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. On certain vehicles, an updated complimentary software and vehicle owner's manual has been issued. Added is information on an alert designed for driver's door in on or ready mode.
• 10043352Feb 9, 2012Electrical system, Equipment. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. Certain model year vehicles are receiving new owner's manual and also an updated software with alert designed for driver's door.
• 10043351Feb 9, 2012Body and structure. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. Information pertaining to vehicles used in cold weather areas on installation of the lower apron bracket, to prevent ice and snow from accumulating and entering motor compartment.
• 10043735Feb 3, 2012Other or unknown, Latches, locks and linkages. Nissan: door lock/unlock inoperative with intelligent key.
• 10044569Jul 6, 2011Electrical system. Nissan: information is being provided for reprogrammable ecu on all nissan vehicles.

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