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2015 Chevrolet Camaro

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

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2015 Chevrolet Camaro is a passenger car with a 6.0-quart 5W-30 engine oil capacity, and owner data records 205 total complaints with the electrical system as the top reported area and 2 recalls on file. Across the full 1990–2023 model history, during which complaint volume reached a high of 295 in 2010 and a low of 13 in 2022, this model year sits below that peak. Yet it remains well above the line’s quietest years, meaning it reflects a higher level of owner-reported activity than the model’s most recent lows while staying short of its historical high.

Model year202420232022202120202019201820172015

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 720 CCA battery, OE oil filter 12694692. Note the factory cabin air filter is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. 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 94R · 720 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP245/55R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5, Optional 8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12694692 alt 12690386
Engine air filter23164564 alt 92196275
Spark plug12571165 alt 12680072
Battery88864542 alt 88866309
Front wiper blades84589112 alt 23367644
Serpentine belt19208727 alt 12657723
Thermostat12587397 alt 12661950
Cabin air filter92234714 discontinued

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length190.6 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height54.3 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Curb weight4001 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

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

4.0–4.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.00 sec — 2015 Z/28 Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015Z/28 Coupe 7.0L V84.00 sec12.30 sec505 hpRWD
2015ZL1 Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V84.10 sec12.40 sec580 hpRWD
2015SS 1LE Coupe 6.2L V84.40 sec12.90 sec426 hpRWD
2015SS 1LE Coupe 6.2L V84.50 sec12.90 sec426 hpRWD
2014ZL1 Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V83.90 sec12.20 sec580 hpRWD
2014Z/28 Coupe 7.0L V84.00 sec12.30 sec505 hpRWD
2014Z/28 Coupe 7.0L V84.00 sec12.20 sec505 hpRWD
2014Z/28 Coupe 7.0L V84.10 sec12.40 sec505 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, 75W-90 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3. 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

Brake FluidDOT 3
Brake Fluid Capacity1.82
Differential Gear Oil75W-90
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.1-3.0
Differential Gear Oil75W-90
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.1-3.0
Engine Coolant50
Engine Coolant Capacity11.5

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs89 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts49.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts34
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts7.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Driveshaft Flange to Transmission67-72 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub199 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Spark Plug ManufacturerAc Delco
Spark Plug Gap.037 - .043 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity19.04 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity4.06 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance720 cca
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance720 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test20 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief20 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature188-206 °F
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)50-100
Residual Pressure43-58 in idle psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)43-58 psi at idle psi
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)w/ super charger 55-76
Engine Compression125 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 20; Rear: 204 /
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 30; Rear: 30
ABS Sensor Torque6.6 / NS
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.001 except J57: .0008
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .003; Rear: .002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1120
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9048 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: loosen all bolts completely, Step 3: 18.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 11022 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 8515 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1installation, 111 ft. lbs, step 2: 360 degrees, step 3: 59 ft. lbs., step 4: 200111 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head or head bolt bosses · M11 Bolts:

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
2150 degrees; M8 Bolts:150 degrees
111.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
275 degrees75 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head or head bolt bosses · M11 Bolts:

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
2150 degrees; M8 Bolts:150 degrees
111.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
275 degrees75 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head or head bolt bosses · M11 Bolts:

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
370 degrees; M8 Bolts:70 degrees
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head or head bolt bosses · M11 Bolts:

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
370 degrees; M8 Bolts:70 degrees
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head or head bolt bosses · M11 Bolts:

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
370 degrees; M8 Bolts:70 degrees
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head or head bolt bosses · M11 Bolts:

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
370 degrees; M8 Bolts:70 degrees
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 4522 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 8037 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 7415 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 74.015 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 74.015 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 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

Every 7,500 miAccelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 45,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Clutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plug Wires (inspect)
Every 97,500 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)

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 Chevrolet Camaro represents a mid-cycle point in its fifth generation, which spans 2010–2023, and shows a stabilizing trend in federal complaints and recalls. Complaints for the 2015 model year (205) are slightly elevated compared to 2014 (187) but lower than the 2010 peak (295), while recalls dropped to just two—among the lowest in the generation. This suggests GM had largely addressed early build issues by 2015, though electrical system complaints (73) remain disproportionately high, mirroring a persistent trend across the generation. The absence of investigations in 2015 indicates no systemic safety concerns were flagged, and crash (12) and fire (1) complaints were minimal. With recalls at a generational low and complaints trending downward post-2015, the 2015 Camaro emerges as a relatively trouble-free year—making it a strong used purchase candidate, provided electrical components are thoroughly inspected.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
1598
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
205
Owner complaints
12 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 205 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System73
Unknown Or Other27
Power Train7
Air Bags7
Engine7
Electrical System,Engine5
Steering5
Steering,Unknown Or Other4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19E064000Electrical System:IgnitionReported 19/09/2019

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain replacement flip-key ignition transmitter assemblies sold as replacement equipment for 2010-2015 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. GM dealers may have inadvertently sold these… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the key with the flat blade design, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk…

15V666000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 16/10/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 1598 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT3271Q2026-04-01Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…
PIP61042026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and…
PIP4902V2026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIP4902U2026-01-08Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIT5214G2025-11-20Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…

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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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R batteryVehicles taking 6.0 qtEngine oil filter 12694692Engine air filter 23164564Spark plug 12571165Battery 88864542

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2015 Camaro take?

6.0 qt of Synthetic Blend is recommended. Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil. Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos 1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade., per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 Camaro have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.