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2013 Nissan Titan

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Titan.

Body TRUCKTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2013 Nissan Titan is a truck equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission, EPA-rated at 13 mpg city, 18 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined, and it calls for 6.9 quarts of 5W-30 API engine oil. Reliability records show 11 total owner complaints, with air bags flagged as the top complaint area and three recalls on file. Within the 2004–2020 model complaint history, that places the 2013 Titan near the most reliable end of the range, just above the 2014 low of 10 complaints and well below the 2004 high of 1,046.

Model year202420232022202120202019201820172013

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque87-108 ft-lbsOEM · 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 24F - NO TOW PKG. · 650 - NO TOW PKG. 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 24F - NO TOW PKG. · 650 - NO TOW PKG. CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTURNOEM · verified
Tire sizeP275-70R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 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 6.9 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, ATF in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 87-108 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2. 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 FluidNissan Matic-S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity11.2
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilATF
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity6.9 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts65 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25 ft-lbs
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
Lug Nuts87-108 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub101 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Coil Primary ResistanceExcept 0 or Between terminals 1 and 2 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary ResistanceExcept 0 Between terminals 1 and 3
Spark Plug ManufacturerNGK
Spark Plug TypePLFR5A-11
Spark Plug Gap0.043 in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.40-1.70 lbs
Oil TypeNISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent
Oil Capacity6.80 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F - NO TOW PKG.
Standard BCI Cranking Performance650 - NO TOW PKG. cca
Optional BCI Group Number27F - TOW PKG.
Optional BCI Cranking Performance710 - TOW PKG. cca

Service checks

Engine Compression192-220 PSI. 14 maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure14 psi @ Idle, 43 psi @ 2000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012-0.017 in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket24 ft-lbs / 53 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle155 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0001 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.001 in / 0.002 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.12 in / 0.47 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.024 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.024 in

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
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
169 ft. lbs., step 2: 9069 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
133 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
270 degrees70 degrees
3loosen all bolts in reverse order
433 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
560 degrees60 degrees
660 degrees; Check diameter of bolts at two points, 12 mm and 55 mm from the end. Whenever the difference between these two points exceeds the limit of 0.23 mm, replace bolts. Apply new engine oil to threads and seating surface of mounting bolts.60 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 7,500 miTire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
At 60,000 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 federal record shows a steep decline in complaints after the 2004‑2006 peak, falling from 1,046 complaints in 2004 to just 11 in 2013, with recalls dropping from seven in 2004 to three in the same year. This low point continues the downward trend seen in 2011‑2012 (26 and 22 complaints) and is followed by similarly low figures in 2014‑2015 (10 complaints each), indicating that 2013 sits within a sustained trough of reported issues. After 2015, complaints rise sharply again, reaching 172 in 2017 and remaining elevated through 2020, marking a clear upward arc in the later generation. Because the data provide no root‑cause explanations, the observed trend reflects only the volume of complaints and recalls, not their underlying nature. Consequently, the 2013 Nissan Titan appears to be a favorable year to buy, as it exhibits some of the lowest complaint and recall counts in the dataset.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
121
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
11
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 11 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags2
Unknown Or Other,Engine1
Engine & Engine Cooling,Power Train,Electrical System,Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Structure,Wheels1
Structure1
Steering,Seats1
Power Train1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

13V451000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master CylinderReported 18/09/2013

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Titan and Armada vehicles manufactured February 22, 2013, through May 3, 2013. The affected vehicles have a brake master cylinder which may… Remedy: Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

13V094000Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column ShiftReported 14/03/2013

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Titan trucks manufactured from January 22, 2013, through February 20, 2013; and model year 2013 NV vehicles manufactured from December 17, 2012, through February 20, 2013 and… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 121 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
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…

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 2013 Titan take?

6.9 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Titan have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 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.