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2015 Honda Odyssey

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

Body VANTransmission Automatic 6-spd

The 2015 Honda Odyssey is a minivan equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, requiring 4.5 quarts of 0W-20 viscosity engine oil. EPA fuel economy ratings come in at 19 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. With 199 total owner complaints logged against 6 recalls, the 2015 sits well below the model's peak complaint year of 2002 (972 complaints) but above the all-time low of just 1 complaint recorded in 1994, indicating moderate but not exceptional reliability within the Odyssey's long production run spanning 1990 to 2026.

Model year202620242023202220212020201920182015

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/27/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

Tire sizeP235/65R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.0 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length202.8 in
Overall width79.1 in
Overall height68.5 in
Wheelbase118.1 in
Curb weight4400 lb
Track (front / rear)67.7 / 68.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 27 / 22 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 Odyssey of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.7–7.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.70 sec — 2015 Touring Elite
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015Touring Elite 3.5L V67.70 sec15.90 sec248 hpFWD
2015Touring Elite 3.5L V67.90 sec16.10 sec248 hpFWD
2014Touring Elite 3.5L V67.50 sec15.80 sec248 hpFWD
2014Touring Elite 3.5L V67.90 sec16.10 sec248 hpFWD
2014Touring Elite 3.5L V68.00 sec16.30 sec248 hpFWD
2011Touring Elite 3.5L V67.30 sec15.60 sec248 hpFWD
2011Touring Elite 3.5L V67.40 sec15.80 sec248 hpFWD
2011Touring Elite 3.5L V67.40 sec15.70 sec248 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6. 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 Capacity3.3
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantUse Honda Type 2 antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity7.7
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity21.0 gallons

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts24
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts44.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub242 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerNGK, DENSO
Spark Plug Gap.039 - .043 in
Spark Plug Torque16 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerNGK, DENSO
Spark Plug Gap.039 - .043 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing10 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity24.9-26.6 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeDENSO ND-OIL 8
Oil Capacity9.7 oz

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)57-64 psi
Engine Compression135 min. / Max Variation 29 psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008-0.009 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.011-0.013 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 37; Rear: 26 /; Front: 37; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 100; Rear: 66 /; Front: 111; Rear: 65
ABS Sensor Torque7.2 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.024; Rear: .354
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0006
Maximum Rotor Runout.0016

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 45.00 mm from thread end and point B = 50.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 11.3 mm (0.445 in), Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

122.0.0 ft. lbs.
290 degrees90 degrees
3If using new bolts turn an additional 90 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

At 160,000 miUniversal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)

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 Odyssey shows a notable improvement over the 2014 model year, with complaints dropping from 307 to 199 and TSBs declining from 158 to 127, while recalls held steady at six. Compared to the surrounding 2011–2016 generation, 2015 records the lowest complaint volume, though its six recalls tie 2013 and 2016 for the generation high. The leading complaint categories — Engine (29), Power Train (24), Unknown Or Other (16), and Structure (16) — do not specify root causes in the federal data. Crash and fire complaints remain low at eight and three respectively. The 2016 model year sees complaints rebound to 263, suggesting 2015 may represent a temporary dip rather than a sustained trend. For a used buyer, 2015 presents a relatively clean federal record within its generation, but the elevated recall count warrants verification that all campaigns were completed.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
127
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
199
Owner complaints
8 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 199 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine29
Power Train24
Unknown Or Other16
Structure16
Seats13
Power Train,Engine12
Electrical System11
Air Bags7

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V170000Seats:Mid/Rear AssemblyReported 13/03/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. Due to a… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. If the seatback…

17V725000Seats:Mid/Rear AssemblyReported 17/11/2017

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 127 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
A26-0012026-02-01EngineService Bulletin - The piston ring function deteriorates due to ring low wear toughness…
A25-0612025-08-28EngineService Bulletin - The piston ring function deteriorates due to ring low wear toughness…
ONL6Z60720252025-07-28EngineOwner Notification Letter - the piston ring function can deteriorate due to ring low wear…
A25-0612025-07-18EngineService Bulletin - The piston ring function deteriorates due to ring wear and sticking…
AEBM061720259012025-06-17EngineDealer Message - Piston ring effectiveness may be reduced due to excessive wear and oil…

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 Odyssey take?

4.5 qt of 0W-20 STARBURST, per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 Odyssey have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Odyssey get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 27 highway / 22 combined mpg.