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2015 Nissan Titan

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 Titan.

Transmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2015 Titan pairs a five-speed automatic transmission with a 13/18/15 mpg EPA fuel economy rating and an oil capacity of 8.0 quarts of 5W-30 API. It sits at the tail of the model's 2004–2020 history, a stretch in which owner complaint counts fell from a 2004 peak of 1,046 to a model-low of 10 by 2014. The 2015 model year carried that improved standing forward with just 10 total owner complaints — air bags as the leading concern and a single recall on file — making it one of the cleanest years in the nameplate's reliability record.

Model year202420232022202120202019201820172015

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity8.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy13/18/15 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI With tow package: 27F, Without tow package: 24F · With tow package: 650, Without tow package: 710 CCA battery, OE oil filter 152089E01A. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI With tow package: 27F, Without tow package: 24F · With tow package: 650, Without tow package: 710 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnSTOPOEM · verified
Tire sizeP275/70R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter152089E01A
Engine air filter165467S000
Spark plug22401ZE01B alt 22401ZJ51B
Battery24410ZZ50B alt 244109CA0B
Front wiper blades288909CA0A alt 288909FM0B
Serpentine belt117207S00A
Thermostat212001LA1A
Cabin air filter27277VP00A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length242.1 in
Overall width78.7 in
Overall height76.8 in
Wheelbase159.4 in
Curb weight5721 lb
Track (front / rear)67.7 / 67.7 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined13 / 18 / 15 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Titan of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.9–7.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.90 sec — 2012 PRO-4X Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2012PRO-4X Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed) 5.6L V86.90 sec15.40 sec317 hp4x4
2007SE Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed) 5.6L V87.00 sec15.60 sec317 hp4x4
2004SE Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed) 5.6L V86.90 sec15.40 sec305 hpRWD
2004SE Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed) 5.6L V87.30 sec15.80 sec305 hp4x4
2004SE Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed) 5.6L V87.40 sec15.60 sec305 hpRWD
2004SE Crew Cab (5.6 ft. Bed) 5.6L V87.60 sec16.00 sec305 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 8.0 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, synthetic · 75W-140 · API · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-73-6-5-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity11.25
Automatic Transmission FluidNissan Matic-S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity11.2
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilATF · synthetic · 75W-140 · API · GL-5
Differential Gear Oilsynthetic · 75W-140 · API · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity4.25 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts65 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs8 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)37.0 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts37.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub101 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-73-6-5-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerNissan
Spark Plug Gap.043 in
Spark Plug Torque18 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing15 degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance2 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity22.88-26.4 lbs
Oil TypeA/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS)
Oil Capacity6.8 oz

Service checks

RPM51 @ idle rpm
Engine Compressionpsi 192-220 / max variation 14 psi
Intake Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012-0.017 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 53; Rear: 26 /; Front: 53; Rear: 24
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 155; Front: 155
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.120; Rear: .470
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0001
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .001; Rear: .002
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 8.100

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 9-121.4 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 11 ft. lbs., Step 4: 9022 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 12.00 mm from thread end and point B = 55.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 0.18 mm use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

130.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
275 degrees75 degrees
3Loosen bolts 360 degrees in reverse order360 degrees
430.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
590 degrees90 degrees
690 degrees90 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1029 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 3,750 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 3,750 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 5,000 miTire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Headlamp (inspect alignment)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2015 Titan sits near the low‑point of the model’s federal record, matching the 2014 year with only ten complaints, a single recall, and zero investigations—the fewest complaints recorded since the 2009 dip to 47. Earlier generations showed a steep decline from the 2004 peak of 1,046 complaints and seven recalls down to 2009, after which the trend stabilized at single‑digit complaint levels through 2015. The post‑2015 era reverses this improvement, as 2017 spikes to 172 complaints and a surge in technical service bulletins (246), indicating a resurgence of issues. With only two air‑bag and two power‑train complaints and no fire reports, the data suggests 2015 is among the cleanest years in the Titan’s history, making it a comparatively safe used‑buy choice.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
97
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
10
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 10 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Air Bags3
Power Train2
Service Brakes1
Engine1
Electrical System1
Vehicle Speed Control,Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Service Brakes1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V188000Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator ModuleReported 30/03/2020

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 97 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB13-107G2024-05-20Electrical SystemVEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been…
NTB13-027D2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See…
NTB10-066C2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…
NTB17-019H2024-04-29Visibility/WiperWINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY…
NTB13-028I2024-04-29Visibility/WiperREMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2015 Titan take?

8.0 qt of SAE 5W-30 Engine oil with API Certification Mark, per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 Titan have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Titan get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined mpg.