- The problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally or partially disabled.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
- The fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P046.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Land Rover LR2 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2012 Land Rover LR2 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the engine & cooling (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2014 for the air bags. For comparison, the 2011 has 13 and the 2013 has 12.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical LR2 year, for its age
#226 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Land Rover LR2 problems
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2012 Land Rover LR2 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Jaguar Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2012 LR2 and Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured on June 11, 2012. The rear brake caliper retaining bolts may be insufficiently torqued.
- The risk
- Insufficiently torqued brake caliper bolts may result in the brake caliper detaching. A detached brake caliper may lead to a loss of brake function. Additonally, the caliper may strike a wheel resulting in the sudden deflation of a tire. Either situation may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Jaguar Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear brake caliper retaining bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9.
What owners say
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7 complaints about the 2012 Land Rover LR2
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover LR2. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the water pump failed to operate as needed and short circuited the alternator, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover LR2. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. While driving at an undetermined speed, the brake caliper detached from the vehicle. Additionally, the GPS was blinking. The ABS, engine, and battery warning lights were illuminated. The transmission fault and low engine performance messages were displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the battery, alternator, and starter. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 172,000.
Vehicle won't start due to ground cable failure affecting drive during driving can cause accidents A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. The contact stated that the vehicle is sitting at the dealership waiting for repairs.
Gas leak and can be dangerous, start a fire, I know this Land Rover flange is a recall in Land Rover lr4 and Range Rover sport but this should be a recall for Land Rover lr2 as well, same vehicle part having issues The contact stated that the vehicle is sitting at the dealership awaiting repairs.
The first day I purchased car problems started there was a rattle in the front end and emergency brake did not work. I drove for a short time because dealer told me it was a good reliable car and it shouldnt give me any problems. The rattle got worse tried to talk to dealer but he would not return my calls and he has done the same with other clients. Dealer told me all cars are hand picked and SAFETY INSPECTED. When the rattle got worse I took it to my repair shop they told me it would be around 10 thousand dollars...
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to repair and be safe. The entire suspension was rusted to pieces and had drill out all components. Repair man said the rear wheels could not even be aligned it was rusted to bad. I inquired about rust when purchased but dealer said he didnt know what happened to safety inspected. Dealer refuses to even talk to me about it. I am a cancer patient and car was purchased to have a reliable car for doctor appointments and the dealer new that we discussed it. This dealer is going to get someone killed with his false statements if you read comments to his business many people have had similar issues with him. What will it take someone getting killed with his false advertising.
The the left and right back window and passenger window are malfunctioning ,when you open it you can't close. This brand and the value not supposed to break too early if you compare to the cheap vehicles .I'm scared to open the window because because you can't close especially when winter,sand storm ,etc..
Around january 12, 2021 I was hearing a wear noise on rear differential, I thought was the l-rear tire that need it replace, just for safety, we replace 4 tires at the time, but noise was getting worse and worse, we decide to replace the front and back brakes to solve the problem, but noise still loud, and is when we found out rear differential was causing the problem and need it to be repair also, in 2 occasions, car stopped in the middle of street while I was driving, we thought it was battery, but battery was ok, and when I backing up the car, you can hear a big noise like if something is loose under.
Land Rover LR2: every year compared
All LR2 years2012 Land Rover LR2 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Land Rover LR2 | 7 | 2 | B | |
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 52 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (3-Door) | 50 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (5-Door) | 50 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | 45 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Land Rover LR4 (5 Seat) | 24 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Land Rover LR4 (7 Seat) | 24 | 0 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 Land Rover LR2
Does the 2012 Land Rover LR2 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Land Rover LR2: air bags (July 2014); caliper (December 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Land Rover LR2?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), engine & cooling (2), fuel system (2).
How many complaints has the 2012 Land Rover LR2 had?
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 15, 2021 and the latest on October 30, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Land Rover LR2 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 66 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Land Rover LR2 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Land Rover LR2 years have the most complaints?
2008 (85), 2009 (30), 2010 (21). See every Land Rover LR2 year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Land Rover LR2 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data