Is the 2012 Land Rover LR2 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Land Rover LR2?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Land Rover LR2 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 Land Rover LR2

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2012 Land Rover LR2
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:38.995Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 6
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2012: 6 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2008	85
2009	30
2010	21
2011	13
2012	6
2013	12
2014	8
2015	6

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

2 of 6 total reports mention: power train.

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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...

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-03-15

Electrical system

2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Suspension

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

Steering

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

Service brakes

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing air.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2013-01-11Service brakes, hydraulic12V563000 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. Owners may contact Jaguar…

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2014-08-30Air bags14V395000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2012 Land Rover LR2 — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 12V563000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 14V395000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2012 Land Rover LR2 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Land Rover LR2?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Land Rover LR2 have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.