Nissan P3171
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For U.S. 2011–2013 Nissan LEAF vehicles, DTC P3171 is documented in Nissan bulletin NTB-13-105 in connection with a PD module system condition. The bulletin describes failures to start with the EV warning light illuminated, or a condition where charging reaches 100% and then P3171 may set and prevent subsequent charging.
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1. What does Nissan P3171 mean?
For U.S. 2011–2013 Nissan LEAF vehicles, DTC P3171 is documented in Nissan bulletin NTB-13-105 in connection with a PD module system condition. The bulletin describes failures to start with the EV warning light illuminated, or a condition where charging reaches 100% and then P3171 may set and prevent subsequent charging.
2. Technical explanation
Verified NHTSA manufacturer-communication evidence identifies P3171 alongside P3170 and P316C for the PD module system. The supplied evidence does not establish a more specific component-level fault definition for P3171 alone.
3. What system is affected?
PD module system.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Nissan P3171 symptoms you may notice
- Vehicle fails to start and the EV warning light illuminates.
- Charging begins and completes to 100%, then P3171 may set and prevent charging.
6. Possible causes of Nissan P3171
- A PD module system condition is documented by the cited bulletin. A more specific cause is not yet established by verified evidence.
7. Can I drive with Nissan P3171?
Not yet established by verified evidence. The cited bulletin documents that the vehicle may fail to start.
8. Can I charge with Nissan P3171?
Charging may be prevented after the code sets, according to the cited bulletin. Whether charging is safe in every case is not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- If the EV warning light is illuminated or the vehicle will not start, arrange professional diagnosis.
- If charging is prevented after a charge cycle, seek Nissan/qualified EV service diagnosis.
- Do not attempt high-voltage or PD-module repair procedures yourself.
10. How to troubleshoot Nissan P3171
- Have a qualified technician confirm stored DTCs, including P3171 and any accompanying P3170 or P316C codes.
- Provide the technician with Nissan bulletin NTB-13-105 / NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10054092.
- Further diagnostic steps are not yet established by the supplied verified evidence.
11. When to contact service
Contact a Nissan dealer or qualified EV service provider for diagnosis, particularly if the EV warning light is illuminated, the vehicle will not start, or charging is prevented.
12. What the service center may check
- Confirm whether the vehicle is a U.S. 2011–2013 Nissan LEAF.
- Confirm DTC P3171 and check for accompanying P3170 or P316C.
- Review Nissan bulletin NTB-13-105.
13. Possible repair or resolution for Nissan P3171
- The specific repair or resolution is not yet established by the supplied verified evidence.
14. Affected vehicles
- Nissan Leaf · 2011–2013 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- Nissan NTB-13-105, published December 4, 2013; NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10054092. It applies to 2011–2013 Nissan LEAF and addresses failures to start with the EV warning light illuminated, or charging that completes to 100% before P3171/P3170/P316C sets and prevents charging, for the PD module system.
16. Recall information
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10054092, Nissan NTB-13-105: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/ffdd/tsbs/TSBS_RECEIVED_2010-2014.zip#nhtsa_id=10054092
19. Nissan P3171 frequently asked questions
What does P3171 mean on a 2011–2013 Nissan LEAF?
The supplied official bulletin associates P3171 with the PD module system. A more specific definition for P3171 alone is not yet established by verified evidence.
Can P3171 prevent a LEAF from charging?
Yes. The cited bulletin states that charging can begin and complete to 100%, then P3171 may set and prevent charging.
Can P3171 cause a no-start condition?
The cited bulletin documents a failure-to-start condition with the EV warning light illuminated and P3171, P3170, or P316C for the PD module system. It does not establish that P3171 alone is always the cause.