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2015 Nissan GT-R Problems: 9 Known Issues

2015 model year · 1,520+ owner reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,520+ owner reports, the 2015 Nissan GT-R has 9 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are GR6 Dual-Clutch Transmission Judder and Failure ($500-$20,000 repair), Turbo Oil Feed Line Leak (VR38DETT Engine) ($200-$800 repair) and Transmission Bellhousing Bearing Failure and Rattle ($2,000-$5,000 repair). The most commonly reported issue is GR6 Dual-Clutch Transmission Judder and Failure with 850 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $100 to $20,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2009-2016 Nissan GT-R VR38DETT, the GT-R VR38DETT twin-turbo engine can develop oil leaks from the turbocharger oil feed and return lines. The banjo bolt sealing washers degrade over time, causing oil to drip onto the hot exhaust components - a potential fire hazard. This is more common on 2009-2016 models and after high-boost tuning.

Common Symptoms

  • Oil smell from engine bay
  • Visible oil on turbo housings
  • Smoke from engine bay after hard driving
  • Oil dripping on exhaust
  • Low oil level between changes

How to Fix

Replace turbo oil feed and return line sealing washers with new copper crush washers. Inspect oil lines for cracking. Some owners upgrade to braided stainless steel oil lines. Cost: $200-800 at a GT-R specialist. Critical to address immediately due to fire risk.

What you need to fix it

Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.

  • Genuine Nissan R35 turbo oil-feed eye-bolt gasket 15189-69F00

    Confirm VIN, exact joint and required quantity from the service diagram before ordering.

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  • Genuine Nissan left turbo oil feed line 15192-JF00C

    VIN-confirm part and all required seals/bolts.

    Z1 Motorsports
  • Genuine Nissan right turbo oil feed line 15192-JF01B

    VIN-confirm part and all required seals/bolts.

    Z1 Motorsports

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Typical repair cost:$200 - $800

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On the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R, the VR38DETT's twin turbocharger wastegate actuators develop a characteristic rattle or flutter at idle and light throttle. The wastegate flapper valves vibrate in the exhaust stream, creating a metallic buzzing sound. While not performance-affecting in most cases, the rattle worsens over time and can indicate wastegate actuator diaphragm wear that eventually causes boost control issues.

Common Symptoms

  • Metallic buzzing or rattling at idle
  • Flutter sound on light throttle tip-in
  • Rattle increases with engine age
  • Occasional boost spike or fluctuation
  • Sound comes from rear/center of engine bay

How to Fix

Mild wastegate rattle is common and not harmful. If the rattle is excessive or accompanied by boost fluctuation, the wastegate actuators need adjustment or replacement. An actuator rebuild kit ($100-$200 per side) is available for DIY. Aftermarket external wastegate conversions ($1,500-$3,000) eliminate the problem entirely for heavily modified cars. Stock cars should have the actuator rod adjusted at the dealer.

Owner tips & cautions

  • TipA little wastegate chatter on the GT-R is totally normal — it's the nature of internal wastegates on twin turbos. Only worry if you're seeing boost spikes on the Cobb AccessPort or performance is affected.
Typical repair cost:$100 - $1,000

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On the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R 3.8L VR38DETT twin-turbo V6, the R35's rear-mounted GR6 transaxle connects to the front-mounted VR38DETT via a driveshaft inside a cast-aluminum bellhousing. Because there is no torque tube, the engine/bellhousing move independently of the transmission, creating constant push/pull loading that wears the bellhousing support bearing until it wallows out the soft aluminum housing and the shaft floats freely. It presents first as a metallic rattle from the front of the car on/off throttle. This is a distinct, well-documented failure from GR6 clutch judder because it is the engine-to-driveshaft support, not the dual-clutch pack.

Common Symptoms

  • Metallic rattle from front of car on acceleration/deceleration
  • Vibration through driveline under load
  • Noise that quiets when clutch/driveline is unloaded
  • Rattle worsens over time as bearing float increases

How to Fix

Replace the worn bearing and, because the aluminum housing is usually already damaged, install an upgraded billet/reinforced bellhousing (e.g. ATR-style with hardened steel insert sleeve and upgraded Japanese bearings) rather than another OEM unit. Requires dropping the driveshaft and often the transmission.

What you need to fix it

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  • Genuine Nissan updated flywheel housing 32040-6AV0A

    Direct listing describes the updated 2017 housing as a 2009+ R35 replacement, but this known-issue/bulletin path is limited to confirmed 2009-2012 vehicles. Confirm VIN, current supersession and required hardware before ordering.

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  • ATR Version 2 upgraded R35 GT-R bell housing

    Confirm exact model year, core eligibility, lead time, shipping and installer requirements before purchase.

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Typical repair cost:$2,000 - $5,000

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On the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R, the GT-R ATTESA-ETS Pro AWD system transfer case and front differential are high-wear items, particularly with track use. The transfer case clutch packs wear, causing vibration and reduced AWD performance. The front differential can develop whine from bearing wear. Regular fluid changes are critical for longevity.

Common Symptoms

  • Vibration from center of vehicle
  • AWD engagement feels rough
  • Whining from front differential
  • Clunking during tight turns
  • Reduced traction during launches

How to Fix

Change transfer case and front differential fluid every 15,000 miles with Nissan OEM fluids. If wear is advanced, rebuild transfer case ($2,000-4,000) and/or front differential ($1,500-3,000). GT-R specialists (AAM, Shepherd) offer upgraded components.

What you need to fix it

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  • NISMO Competition differential oil 2189E KL000-2189E

    2012-and-later R35 GT-R front/rear differential service path; the 2021 capacity is approximately 0.65 L front and 1.35 L rear, but confirm model-year manual, container volume, exact refill quantity and VIN. Do not apply to 2009-2011 with…

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Typical repair cost:$500 - $7,000

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On the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R, the Nissan GT-R GR6 dual-clutch transmission (built by BorgWarner) develops judder during low-speed maneuvers, parking, and first gear takeoffs. The clutch packs wear unevenly, and the transmission control module software can cause harsh engagement. Track use accelerates wear dramatically. Nissan extended the transmission warranty on early models. Replacement costs are exceptionally high.

This issue also affects: Infiniti QX70

Common Symptoms

  • Juddering at low speeds/parking
  • Harsh engagement in 1st gear
  • Clunking during slow maneuvers
  • Transmission shudder during creep
  • Clutch slip under high power
  • Transmission overheating on track

How to Fix

Software update from dealer may improve low-speed behavior. Transmission fluid change every 15,000 miles with Nissan R35 OEM fluid is critical. For worn clutches, a full transmission rebuild costs $10,000-20,000 at a GT-R specialist. Aftermarket clutch upgrades (Dodson, Shepherd) available for $5,000-12,000.

What you need to fix it

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  • Genuine Nissan R35 GT-R DCT transmission fluid 999MP-GTRT00P

    Confirm year-specific service procedure, actual drained/refill quantity, fluid temperature/level method and subsequent clutch/shift-fork setting with a GT-R-qualified shop.

    Z1 Motorsports

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Typical repair cost:$500 - $20,000

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On the 2009-2016 Nissan GT-R 3.8L VR38DETT twin-turbo V6, r35s (particularly CBA and DBA-generation cars, roughly 2008-2016) suffer parasitic battery drain when parked because the AV/audio unit fails to go to sleep with the ignition off and keeps sending an 'amplifier ON' signal, leaving the amp drawing current. BCM faults and hard-wired aftermarket accessories also contribute. Because these are low-mileage weekend cars that sit, owners frequently return to a dead 12V battery.

Common Symptoms

  • Dead 12V battery after the car sits days to weeks
  • Repeated jump-starts needed
  • Measurable current draw with ignition off
  • Battery going flat despite being relatively new

How to Fix

Perform a parasitic-draw test to isolate the circuit; the common fix is a relay bypass for the amp or repair/replacement of the failing AV unit. Owners commonly diagnose by pulling the 15A AUDIO fuse in the battery-room fuse box overnight. Keep the car on a battery tender during storage.

What you need to fix it

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  • CTEK MXS 5.0 NA 12-volt battery charger and maintainer

    Confirm the installed GT-R battery chemistry; do not use this model for LiFePO4.

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Typical repair cost:$150 - $800

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On the 2009-2017 Nissan GT-R 3.8L VR38DETT twin-turbo V6, nissan NTB13-088 supports TPMS radio-frequency interference causing C1708/C1709/C1710/C1711 “No Data,” along with sensor leaks, registration, wheel-service damage and environmental pressure effects. GT-R-specific records also require verifying whether the sensor transmits before replacement; on certain 2018 cars, a transmitting sensor with recurring codes can lead to HVAC-blower diagnosis. The exact sources do not support a universal seven-to-ten-year sensor-battery life, a 315 MHz specification for every frozen year or replacing a sensor solely from one code.

Common Symptoms

  • cold pressure and exact wheel-position DTC recorded
  • sensor transmission verified with the approved tool
  • RF interference, leak, service damage and HVAC-blower paths separated

How to Fix

Confirm cold tire pressures, read the exact wheel-position DTC and use the approved activation/diagnostic tool to verify transmission. Remove or relocate nearby aftermarket electronics when RF interference is suspected, and inspect for sensor or valve leakage and tire-service damage. Do not buy a sensor, valve kit, activation tool, HVAC blower or tuning device from this page; transmission result, code path, wheel equipment and VIN fitment must be established first.

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On the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R 3.8L VR38DETT twin-turbo V6, the factory two-piece cross-drilled Brembo rotors crack around the drilled holes and warp under repeated hard or track use. The car's ~4,000 lb weight, heat concentration at the drill holes, and limited brake cooling cause stress cracks and thickness variation. Owners typically get only 2-3 track days from a set of factory rotors, and report high-speed braking shudder sometimes confused with pad-deposit judder.

Common Symptoms

  • Braking shudder/pulsation at high speed
  • Visible cracks radiating from cross-drilled holes
  • Steering-wheel vibration under braking
  • Rapid rotor wear after track days

How to Fix

Replace rotors; for track/heavy use owners upgrade to curved-vane / high-carbon two-piece rotors (AP Racing, STILLEN, DBA, Alcon) with better pads, which last several times longer than the OEM cross-drilled discs. Proper pad bedding reduces deposit-related shudder.

What you need to fix it

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  • Girodisc A1-249 two-piece front rotor pair

    Confirm exact brake package; not a carbon-ceramic or later 390 mm front application.

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  • Girodisc A1-232 two-piece front rotor pair

    Confirm exact model/brake package; later years, NISMO and carbon ceramics require separate verification.

  • Girodisc A2-232 two-piece rear rotor pair

    Confirm trim, production date and brake package; exclude incompatible carbon-ceramic applications.

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Typical repair cost:$1,500 - $4,500

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On the 2009-2016 Nissan GT-R 3.8L VR38DETT twin-turbo V6, early-to-mid R35 dashboards use a soft-touch material that degrades under heat and UV. The dash pad melts to a shiny, reflective surface that throws glare onto the windshield, emits a chemical odor, and cracks/splits along the vent, gauge-cluster and console edges. It became the subject of a Florida class-action (Heuer v. Nissan North America, Case No. 0:17-cv-60018) alleging Nissan refused to cover replacements, and it is widely reported on GT-R owner forums.

Common Symptoms

  • Dash surface becomes shiny/reflective and melts in heat
  • Glare on windshield from reflective dash
  • Cracks and splits at vents, cluster and console edges
  • Chemical/plastic odor in cabin on hot days

How to Fix

Replace the dashboard assembly (labor-intensive full dash-out job) or, more commonly among owners, wrap/recover the dash pad in Alcantara or suede to eliminate glare and cover cracks. Some owners use aftermarket dash covers as a low-cost interim fix.

Typical repair cost:$800 - $3,500

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Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Nissan GT-R problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 1,520+ owner reports, the 2015 Nissan GT-R has 9 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: GR6 Dual-Clutch Transmission Judder and Failure, Turbo Oil Feed Line Leak (VR38DETT Engine), Transmission Bellhousing Bearing Failure and Rattle. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Nissan GT-R reliable?

The 2015 Nissan GT-R has 9 known issues documented across 1,520+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: GR6 Dual-Clutch Transmission Judder and Failure and Turbo Oil Feed Line Leak (VR38DETT Engine) and Transmission Bellhousing Bearing Failure and Rattle. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Nissan GT-R problems?

Repair costs for known Nissan GT-R issues range from $100 to $20,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, GR6 Dual-Clutch Transmission Judder and Failure, typically costs $500-$20,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R GR6 Dual-Clutch Transmission Judder and Failure?

The Nissan GT-R GR6 dual-clutch transmission (built by BorgWarner) develops judder during low-speed maneuvers, parking, and first gear takeoffs. The clutch packs wear unevenly, and the transmission control module software can cause harsh engagement. Track use accelerates wear dra… Repairs typically run $500-$20,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2009-2016 Nissan GT-R Turbo Oil Feed Line Leak (VR38DETT Engine)?

The GT-R VR38DETT twin-turbo engine can develop oil leaks from the turbocharger oil feed and return lines. The banjo bolt sealing washers degrade over time, causing oil to drip onto the hot exhaust components - a potential fire hazard. This is more common on 2009-2016 models and… Repairs typically run $200-$800. Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

Data sourced from 1,520+ owner reports, NHTSA recalls, TSBs, and automotive forums.

What is the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R Transmission Bellhousing Bearing Failure and Rattle?

The R35's rear-mounted GR6 transaxle connects to the front-mounted VR38DETT via a driveshaft inside a cast-aluminum bellhousing. Because there is no torque tube, the engine/bellhousing move independently of the transmission, creating constant push/pull loading that wears the bell… Repairs typically run $2,000-$5,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R Transfer Case and Front Differential Wear?

The GT-R ATTESA-ETS Pro AWD system transfer case and front differential are high-wear items, particularly with track use. The transfer case clutch packs wear, causing vibration and reduced AWD performance. The front differential can develop whine from bearing wear. Regular fluid… Repairs typically run $500-$7,000. Severity: medium.

What is the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R OEM Brembo Cross-Drilled Brake Rotor Cracking and Warping?

The factory two-piece cross-drilled Brembo rotors crack around the drilled holes and warp under repeated hard or track use. The car's ~4,000 lb weight, heat concentration at the drill holes, and limited brake cooling cause stress cracks and thickness variation. Owners typically g… Repairs typically run $1,500-$4,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2009-2016 Nissan GT-R Parasitic Battery Drain / Dead Battery When Parked?

R35s (particularly CBA and DBA-generation cars, roughly 2008-2016) suffer parasitic battery drain when parked because the AV/audio unit fails to go to sleep with the ignition off and keeps sending an 'amplifier ON' signal, leaving the amp drawing current. BCM faults and hard-wire… Repairs typically run $150-$800. Severity: medium.

What is the 2009-2024 Nissan GT-R Twin Turbo Wastegate Rattle at Idle?

The VR38DETT's twin turbocharger wastegate actuators develop a characteristic rattle or flutter at idle and light throttle. The wastegate flapper valves vibrate in the exhaust stream, creating a metallic buzzing sound. While not performance-affecting in most cases, the rattle wor… Repairs typically run $100-$1,000. Severity: low.

What is the 2009-2016 Nissan GT-R Melting and Cracking Dashboard?

Early-to-mid R35 dashboards use a soft-touch material that degrades under heat and UV. The dash pad melts to a shiny, reflective surface that throws glare onto the windshield, emits a chemical odor, and cracks/splits along the vent, gauge-cluster and console edges. It became the… Repairs typically run $800-$3,500. Severity: low.

What is the 2009-2017 Nissan GT-R TPMS Sensor Failure and RF Interference Faults?

Nissan NTB13-088 supports TPMS radio-frequency interference causing C1708/C1709/C1710/C1711 “No Data,” along with sensor leaks, registration, wheel-service damage and environmental pressure effects. GT-R-specific records also require verifying whether the sensor transmits before… Severity: low.