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NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Titan[1]. It also has one recall, for the driver air bag inflator, and the fix is free[2].

12owner complaints[1]
1recalls[3]
14–15MPG combined (EPA)[4]

Most reported problems

NHTSA lists 12 owner complaints for this model year[1]. Two mention a crash, one mentions injuries and 3 deaths are reported[1]. These are unverified owner reports, and one complaint can name several parts.

The air bag group has the most complaints, with 4[5]. Two of them involve a crash and one involves an injury[5]. In the sample of complaints we read, owners describe air bags that did not deploy in a crash, a warning light, and a notice about a possible defect[5].

Several other groups have fewer complaints:

These counts are small. They show what owners reported, not how often a part fails.

Recalls

NHTSA lists one recall for this model year.

Fuel economy

EPA rates the 2WD Titan with EPA rates the 2WD Titan with the 5.6L 8-cylinder engine and Automatic 5-spd transmission at 13 city, 18 highway and 15 combined MPG[4]. at 13 city, 18 highway and 15 combined MPG[4]. Its estimated annual fuel cost is $4,450[4][13].

The 4WD version is rated 12 city, 17 highway and 14 combined MPG, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,800[14][15]. The ratings are the same on regular gasoline and on gasoline or E85[4][13][14][15]. EPA's annual cost uses its current fuel price assumptions, not prices from when the truck was new.

Engine and size

The EPA test list shows a 5.6L 8-cylinder engine rated 317 hp[16].

Dimensions below are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US trucks. Weights are curb weights in pounds.

Variant Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
Crew Cab L/Box 4x4 SV[17] 242 in 79 in 77 in 159 in 5,721 lb
Crew Cab S/Box 4x4 S[18] 222 in 79 in 77 in 140 in 5,331 lb
Crew Cab S/Box 4x4 SL/PRO-4X[19] 222 in 79 in 77 in 140 in 5,558 lb
Crew Cab S/Box 4x4 SV[20] 222 in 79 in 77 in 140 in 5,483 lb
King Cab S/Box 2WD S[21] 222 in 79 in 75 in 140 in 4,881 lb
King Cab S/Box 2WD SV[22] 222 in 79 in 75 in 140 in 5,035 lb

How 2015 compares with other years

2004: 1,046 complaints, 5 recalls20042005: 891 complaints, 4 recalls2006: 430 complaints, 5 recalls20062007: 139 complaints, 1 recalls2008: 133 complaints, 5 recalls20082009: 47 complaints, 3 recalls2010: 46 complaints, 3 recalls20102011: 26 complaints, 1 recalls2012: 22 complaints, 2 recalls20122013: 11 complaints, 3 recalls2014: 10 complaints, 2 recalls20142015: 12 complaints, 1 recalls1220152017: 187 complaints, 3 recalls20172018: 90 complaints, 4 recalls2019: 49 complaints, 4 recalls20192020: 23 complaints, 5 recalls2021: 58 complaints, 5 recalls20212022: 13 complaints, 4 recalls2023: 18 complaints, 2 recalls20232024: 15 complaints, 2 recalls
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Titan model year. The 2015 is highlighted[3].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
20041,0465
20058914
20064305
20071391
20081335
2009473
2010463
2011261
2012222
2013113
2014102
2015121
20171873
2018904
2019494
2020235
2021585
2022134
2023182
2024152

The 2015 Titan has 12 complaints and 1 recall[3]. Only 2013 (11 complaints) and 2014 (10) have fewer complaints among the years listed[3]. The next closest are 2022 with 13 and 2024 with 15[3].

For recalls, 2007 and 2011 also have 1 each[3]. The 2013 model year has 3 and 2014 has 2[3]. The list has no row for 2016. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide.

Should you buy a used 2015 Titan?

The complaint count is low for this model, and the one recall has a free fix[3][2]. Before buying, check that the air bag inflator work was done, since the risk described is serious[2]. Fuel economy is modest at 14 to 15 MPG combined[4][14]. Our facts do not cover towing, oil capacity or safety ratings, so check those elsewhere.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Titan?
The air bag group has the most complaints, 4 of the 12 on file[1][5]. Counts are small and unverified.
Does the 2015 Nissan Titan have recalls?
Yes, one: 20V188 for the driver air bag inflator. Dealers replace it free of charge[2].
What is the gas mileage of the 2015 Nissan Titan?
EPA rates 2WD at 15 MPG combined and 4WD at 14 MPG combined[4][14].
Is the 2015 Titan a good year compared with others?
Only 2013 and 2014 have fewer complaints among the listed years[3].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Titan (2 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 1 injuries, 3 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. Recall 20V188, filed March 30, 2020: Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
  3. Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Titan model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  4. EPA rating for Titan 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  5. 4 complaints name the air bags component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 2 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 2 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 2 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 2 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 1 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 1 complaints name the electronic stability control (esc) component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 1 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. EPA rating for Titan 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive: 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  14. EPA rating for Titan 4WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 12 city / 17 highway / 14 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  15. EPA rating for Titan 4WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive: 12 city / 17 highway / 14 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  16. EPA Test Car List, 2015 Nissan Titan with 5.6L 8-cylinder: rated 317 hp. www.epa.gov
  17. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB L/BOX 4X4 SV: length 242 in, width 79 in, height 77 in, wheelbase 159 in, curb weight 5,721 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  18. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB S/BOX 4X4 S: length 222 in, width 79 in, height 77 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,331 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  19. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB S/BOX 4X4 SL/PRO-4X: length 222 in, width 79 in, height 77 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,558 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  20. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB S/BOX 4X4 SV: length 222 in, width 79 in, height 77 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,483 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  21. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN KING CAB S/BOX 2WD S: length 222 in, width 79 in, height 75 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 4,881 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  22. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN KING CAB S/BOX 2WD SV: length 222 in, width 79 in, height 75 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,035 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.