2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

20112013
Complaints
49
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Problems

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

#111 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:71,382 mi
#210 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:74,228 mi
#38 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:88,915 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
71,382
Fuel System
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
74,228
Gasoline Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
88,915
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~111,746 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.

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2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — FAQ

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

Is the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 49 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 71,382 mi); Fuel System (10 complaints, avg 74,228 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (8 complaints, avg 88,915 mi). 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 Range Rover Sport?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 77,200 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 111,746 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 Range Rover Sport?
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 Range Rover Sport reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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