2012 Land Rover Lr4 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Land Rover Lr4.

20112013
Complaints
31
per 10K Sold
39.0
US Sales
7,953
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2012 Land Rover Lr4 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:52,250 mi
#26 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:118,212 mi
#34 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Land Rover Lr4.

Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,250
Gasoline Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
118,212
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2012 Land Rover Lr4

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~112,238 vehicles.

21V635000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange · Gasoline Fuel System
~111,746 affected

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.

15V386000Sunroof/Moonroof
~492 affected

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Land Rover LR4 vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to September 18, 2012. Due to the use of an incorrect primer, the panoramic roof adhesive may not adequately secure the roof assembly.

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2012 Land Rover Lr4 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2012 Land Rover Lr4 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2012 Land Rover Lr4 has 31 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Fuel System with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2012 Land Rover Lr4?
Top reported problems: Fuel System (7 complaints, avg 52,250 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (6 complaints, avg 118,212 mi); Engine Problems (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2012 Land Rover Lr4?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 82,694 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2012 Land Rover Lr4?
NHTSA complaints for the 2012 Land Rover Lr4 include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2012 Land Rover Lr4 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 112,238 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2012 Land Rover Lr4?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Land Rover Lr4 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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