2012 Land Rover LR2: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Land Rover LR2: 2 recalls, 6 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #12V563000 · 2012 · 70 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear brake caliper retaining bolts May be insufficiently torqued.
Why it matters: 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #14V395000 · 2014 · 40,551 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Suspension (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Land Rover LR2 has 6 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 8 LR2 model years for complaints (well below the 23 average). Complaints peaked in 2023 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 10 years old, at a median of 172,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (13 complaints, 2 recalls), 2013 (12 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Land Rover LR2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2012 Land Rover LR2. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Land Rover LR2 problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (2), other / unknown (2), electrical (2).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Land Rover LR2 get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.2 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Land Rover LR2 repair manual?
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