C1708 on 2014-2016 Nissan Versa Note: TPMS 'No Data' Causes and Fixes

What's Unique About the 2014-2016 Nissan VERSA NOTE

For the Versa Note and similar Nissan models of this era, the manufacturer issued a Technical Service Bulletin (NTB13088A) specifically highlighting that 'No Data' codes like C1708 can be caused by radio frequency (RF) interference. Common culprits are aftermarket accessories plugged into the 12V outlets, such as cell phone chargers, wireless charging docks, and dash cams. While a dead sensor battery is the most probable cause due to vehicle age, this documented susceptibility to RF interference is a key diagnostic step that should be checked first, as confirmed by numerous owner experiences in online forums.

Diagnostic Flowchart

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Symptoms You May Notice

• TPMS warning light flashes for approximately one minute at startup, then stays on solid.
• Inability to read the tire pressure for the front-left tire using a scan tool.
• The TPMS warning light may appear intermittently, especially if caused by a dying battery or intermittent RF interference.
• A scan tool will show code C1708 as 'current' or 'active' in the BCM.

Most Likely Causes

1. Dead TPMS Sensor Battery 🔴 High Probability → Shop Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor The non-rechargeable lithium batteries inside the original TPMS sensors have a finite lifespan, typically 7-10 years. Vehicles in the 2014-2016 range are now at an age where battery failure is the most common cause of sensor failure. The battery is sealed inside the sensor and is not serviceable separately.
   How to confirm: Use a TPMS diagnostic tool (like those from Autel or Bartec) to attempt to 'wake' or activate the sensor at the front-left wheel. If the tool receives no response or shows a low battery status, the sensor is dead. Some advanced scan tools can read the remaining battery life, with new sensors reporting around 120 months.
   Typical fix: Replace the front-left TPMS sensor. The tire must be dismounted to access it. 🎬 See how to replace the sensor without a tire machine The new sensor's ID must then be registered to the BCM using a TPMS tool.
   Est. part cost: $40-$110
2. Radio Frequency (RF) Interference 🟡 Medium Probability As documented in Nissan TSB NTB13088A, these vehicles are susceptible to RF interference from aftermarket electronics like phone chargers, dash cams, or power inverters plugged into the 12V outlets. Low-quality chargers are known to emit RFI that blocks the 315MHz TPMS signal.
   How to confirm: Unplug all aftermarket electronic devices from the vehicle's power outlets. Clear the code and drive the vehicle for 10-15 minutes at speeds over 25 MPH. If the code does not return, one of the devices was the cause.
   Typical fix: Remove the interfering device or replace it with a higher-quality, better-shielded version. Sometimes adding a ferrite core to the device's power cable can resolve the issue.
   Est. part cost: $0-$20
3. Faulty TPMS Sensor ⚪ Low Probability → Shop Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Sensors can fail due to physical damage during a tire change or from internal electronic failure, though this is less common than simple battery death. They can also be damaged if a tire is deflated while the sensor is at the 6 o'clock position.
   How to confirm: If the sensor responds to a TPMS tool but the code persists, the sensor might be transmitting faulty data. The definitive test is to swap the sensor with a known-good one from another wheel, re-register the locations, and see if the C1708 code moves with the sensor.
   Typical fix: Replace the faulty TPMS sensor.
   Est. part cost: $40-$110

Rare But Worth Checking

• Faulty HVAC Blower Motor: → Shop HVAC Blower Motor A separate Nissan TSB (NTB10-111) for the 2007-2011 Versa (a related platform) identified that a failing HVAC blower motor could generate enough RF interference to cause intermittent TPMS codes like C1708, especially when on high speed. While less documented for the 2014-2016 Versa Note, it's a known possibility on the platform if other causes are ruled out, particularly if the blower motor is noisy or only works on high.
• Faulty Body Control Module (BCM) or TPMS Receiver: → Shop Body Control Module A failure of the central TPMS receiver or the BCM itself is very rare, especially for a single-wheel code. This is more likely if codes for all four wheels (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711) are present and are not resolved by replacing sensors or eliminating RF interference.

Diagnosis Steps

1. Verify the symptom: Note if the TPMS light flashes for about a minute and then stays solid, which indicates a system fault.
2. Scan the Body Control Module (BCM) for codes with a capable scanner to confirm C1708 is present and 'current'.
3. CRITICAL FIRST STEP: Unplug all aftermarket accessories (phone chargers, dash cams, wireless cradles, etc.) from the 12V power outlets.
4. Clear the codes and drive the vehicle for at least 10 minutes at speeds above 25 MPH to see if the code returns. If it does not, the issue was RF interference.
5. If the code returns, use a TPMS activation tool (e.g., Autel TS508, Bartec) to test the sensor at the front-left wheel. A 'No Signal' or 'Low Battery' reading confirms a failed sensor.
6. If all sensors test good but codes persist, investigate for less common sources of RF interference, such as a failing HVAC blower motor, especially if it is noisy.
7. If a sensor is confirmed bad, replace it. This requires breaking the tire bead or dismounting the tire.
8. After replacing a sensor, use a TPMS tool to perform the 'ID Registration' procedure to write the new sensor's unique ID to the BCM to complete the repair.

Parts You'll Likely Need

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor (OEM #40700-3AN0B) — This is the component that fails, almost always due to its internal battery expiring after 7-10 years of service. The OEM part number 40700-3AN0B supersedes 40700-3AN0A.
  Trusted brands: OEM Nissan (Continental), Schrader 33500, Autel 1-Sensor / MX-Sensor, Duralast DLPRS-4
  OEM price range: $70-$110
  Aftermarket price range: $40-$80

Related Codes That Often Appear With This One

• C1709, C1710, C1711 — These codes correspond to the other three wheels (Front-Right, Rear-Right, Rear-Left). If they appear with C1708, it strongly suggests either a systemic issue like powerful RF interference or that all the original sensor batteries are failing around the same time due to age.

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) & Recalls

• NTB13088A: Mentions radio frequency interference from devices like cell phone chargers as a possible cause for a 'No Data' condition with codes C1708, C1709, C1710, and C1711. It advises unplugging these devices as a first diagnostic step.
• NTB10-111: While for the older 2007-2011 Versa, this TSB is relevant as it identifies a failing HVAC blower motor as a source of RFI that can cause multiple TPMS codes to set intermittently.

Platform-Specific Known Issues

• As per Nissan TSB NTB13088A, this vehicle platform is known to be sensitive to radio frequency interference from aftermarket accessories plugged into the power outlets, which can cause a 'No Data' condition and trigger codes C1708, C1709, C1710, or C1711. Owners have specifically identified cheap USB chargers and wireless phone charging docks as culprits.

Scan Tool Commands That Help

• Nissan CONSULT-III: Data Monitor — After driving for several minutes, a technician can use the 'Data Monitor' function to view the live pressure readings reported by each sensor ('AIR PRESS FL', 'AIR PRESS FR', etc.). For a C1708, the 'AIR PRESS FL' value will be blank or zero, confirming the 'No Data' condition.
• Nissan CONSULT-III: Work Support > ID Regist — This function is mandatory after replacing a TPMS sensor. It allows the technician to manually write the new sensor's unique ID into the BCM so the system can recognize and receive data from it.
• Nissan CONSULT-III: Re/programming, Configuration > WRITE CONFIGURATION — This function is required only if the entire Body Control Module (BCM) is replaced. It writes the vehicle's specific configuration (including TPMS presence) to the new module. Failure to do this will prevent the BCM from registering any TPMS sensors.

Wiring & Ground Locations

• Body Control Module (BCM) — Located above the driver's side kick panel, behind the lower part of the dashboard.. The BCM is the central computer that receives signals from the TPMS sensors and logs the C1708 fault code. In rare cases of water intrusion or physical damage, checking the BCM and its connectors is a necessary step.
• TPMS Receiver — On many similar Nissan platforms, the TPMS receiver (antenna) is located in the passenger footwell, up under the dash to the right of the center console.. This is the antenna that picks up the 315MHz signal from all four tire sensors. A loose connection or failure of this component, while rare, would typically cause codes for all four wheels, not just C1708.
• BCM Connectors (e.g., M122) — These are the multi-pin plugs that connect the vehicle's wiring harness to the BCM. For example, a 40-pin gray connector is common on Nissans of this era.. Corrosion or a backed-out pin on the BCM connector related to the TPMS receiver input could theoretically cause a communication issue, though it's an extremely rare cause for a single-sensor fault code.

Real Owner Repair Stories

• ALLDATA Tech-Assist Case (2008 Nissan Versa (similar platform)) — TPMS light would flash for a minute then stay on every drive cycle.
  ❌ Tried (didn't work) Re-initializing the existing sensors. This made the light go away, but it returned a week later with the same code (C1709 in this case).
  ✅ What actually fixed it Replacing all four TPMS sensors fixed the problem permanently. A scan tool had shown that all sensors had less than 15 months of battery life remaining, indicating they were all near the end of their service life.

OEM Part Supersession History

• 40700-3AN0A → 40700-3AN0B — Standard part revision by the manufacturer.
  Heads up: The parts are interchangeable; 40700-3AN0B is the correct service replacement for 40700-3AN0A.