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2015 Toyota Yaris

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

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2015 Toyota Yaris is a passenger car fitted with a 4-speed automatic transmission and an engine that calls for 3.9 quarts of 5W-30 oil, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 30 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 32 mpg combined. In owner-reported reliability data spanning 2006 through 2020, the 2015 model sits near the low-complaint end of the range: it generated 15 complaints and 4 recalls, well below the 296 complaints logged by the 2007 model and just above the 2 complaints recorded for 2014. That placement makes the 2015 Yaris one of the more settled years in this generation’s reliability history, with air bags standing out as the top complaint area.

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Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity3.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy30/35/32 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 55D23L · 360 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. 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 55D23L · 360 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP175/65R15, P195/50R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.5, 6.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter178010T030
Fuel filter7702452180
Spark plug9008091184
Battery288000T060 alt 2880043262
Front wiper blades8522252212
Serpentine belt9091602705 alt 9091602704
Thermostat9091603093 alt 1632562010
Cabin air filter8713950100 alt 871390D070

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length155.5 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height59.4 in
Wheelbase98.8 in
Curb weight2271 lb
Track (front / rear)58.7 / 57.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined30 / 35 / 32 mpg
DrivetrainFront-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 Yaris of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.9–10.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.90 sec — 2015 SE 5-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-48.90 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2015SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.90 sec106 hpFWD
2016LE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.80 sec106 hpFWD
2017iA Sedan 1.5L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.00 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.10 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.70 sec17.50 sec106 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 3.9 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, SAE J1703 · DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.8
Brake FluidSAE J1703 · DOT 3
Clutch FluidSAE J1703 · DOT 3 · SAE J1704 · DOT 4
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity4.9-5.1
Engine Oil5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity3.9 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts95 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/StudsBolts: 7 ft-lbs, Screws: 8 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts55.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub160 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)550-650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650-750 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug TypeHatchback
Spark Plug Gap.028 - .032 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity11.6-13.8 lbs
Oil TypeDENSO ND-OIL 8
Oil Capacity2.50-3.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number55D23L
Standard BCI Cranking Performance360 cca

Service checks

Engine Compressionpsi 114-142 / max variation 14 psi
Engine Oil Pressure4.2 psi @ Idle, 22-80 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012 in
Intake Valve Lash0.006-0.010 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.014 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25 /
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 42 /; Front: 79; Rear: 42
ABS Sensor Torque8.5 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .748; Rear: .295
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .002
Maximum Drum DiameterParking brake 7.913

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9011 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
116 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9016 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 5,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 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 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

From 2006 to 2010 the Yaris saw complaint counts peak at 296 in 2007 and remain above 90 through 2010, with recalls ranging from 9 to 10 each year. After 2011 complaints fell sharply to the low‑teens, reaching a nadir of just 2 complaints and 1 recall in 2014. The 2015 model year shows a modest uptick to 15 complaints and 4 recalls, still well below the early‑generation highs but above the 2013‑2014 low point. Investigations remained zero in 2015, matching the pattern of the surrounding years (2013‑2016). Overall, the 2015 Yaris sits in a period of improving reliability, with complaint and recall levels far lower than the 2007‑2010 era and only slightly higher than the 2013‑2014 trough. Given its relatively low complaint and recall figures, the 2015 Toyota Yaris represents a sound used‑car choice compared with earlier model years.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
179
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
15
Owner complaints
9 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 15 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags3
Structure2
Electrical System,Air Bags1
Unknown Or Other1
Engine1
Unknown Or Other,Service Brakes1
Steering,Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1
Air Bags,Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V319000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 23/04/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Yaris vehicles. The wire harnesses for the side air bag sensors located within the front doors may crack and corrode, possibly causing the… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire harness assembly in the front doors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact…

16V367000Suspension:Front:Shock AbsorberReported 26/05/2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured January 13, 2015, to February 27, 2015. The front strut mounting bearings can be damaged when a high… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the strut mounting bearings and, as necessary, replace the strut and front suspension support sub-assembly, free of charge…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 179 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…

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 Yaris take?

3.9 qt of 5W-30 ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil, per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 Yaris have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Yaris get?

EPA figures are 30 city / 35 highway / 32 combined mpg.