2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 63 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 50 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
31% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.
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2012 Range Rover Evoque suddenly, and without warning died while driving in traffic, and would not restart. It needed to be pushed away from oncoming traffic. A sheriff deputy was summoned to control traffic, as we did this.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240926
WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE HOUR, I WENT TO ACCELERATE TO PASS A CAR AND THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER, AMBER WANING LIGHT CAME ON, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I COULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 35 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121001
ON JULY 28, 2012 MY MOTHER AND I WERE DRIVING TO NEW ENGLAND FROM MARYLAND THROUGH INTERMITTENT THUNDERSTORMS AT SPEEDS ABOVE 65 MILES PER HOUR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120906
19% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER EVOQUE. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP AND CRASHED INTO A GARAGE DOOR AT A VERY SLOW RATE OF SPEED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190916
16% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
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2012 Range Rover Evoque suddenly, and without warning died while driving in traffic, and would not restart. It needed to be pushed away from oncoming traffic. A sheriff deputy was summoned to control traffic, as we did this.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240926
13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 4 distinct reports on file.
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2012 Range Rover Evoque suddenly, and without warning died while driving in traffic, and would not restart. It needed to be pushed away from oncoming traffic. A sheriff deputy was summoned to control traffic, as we did this.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240926
ON JULY 28, 2012 MY MOTHER AND I WERE DRIVING TO NEW ENGLAND FROM MARYLAND THROUGH INTERMITTENT THUNDERSTORMS AT SPEEDS ABOVE 65 MILES PER HOUR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120906
9% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 Lan
Campaign 12V563000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 14V395000 — check if this car was fixed
Powered vehicle rollaway
Loss of Brake Power Assist
Loss of Brake Power Assist
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 12V563000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V395000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.