Most common 2012 Land Rover LR2 problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Land Rover LR2 complaints by model year
Best LR2 years: 2012, 2015, 2014. Years to avoid: 2008, 2009, 2010. Compare all years →
2012 Land Rover LR2 recalls (2)
Air bags
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.
Remedy: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
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.
Remedy: 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.
2012 Land Rover LR2 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 15 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2012 Land Rover LR2 a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 LR2 rates better than average: 71% fewer complaints than a typical year of the LR2 at the same age. It is one of the best LR2 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Land Rover LR2?
The transmission & drivetrain — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and electrical system (2).
How many recalls does the 2012 Land Rover LR2 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2012 Land Rover LR2, the most recent from July 1, 2014 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Land Rover LR2?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012, 2015 and 2014. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008, 2009 and 2010. See the full Land Rover LR2 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2012 Land Rover LR2 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 172,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.