Model year guide

2012 Land Rover Range Rover

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 46 on record.

2012 Land Rover Range Rover — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Land Rover Range Rover at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints45
Combined15 mpg
Typical price$43,858

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2012 Land Rover Range Rover recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V015000 · 08/01/2018

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless inclu…

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P084.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V015000 · 10/01/2017

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, Land Rover is recalling certain 2009 Land Ro…

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P082.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #15V039000 · 27/01/2015

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured April 15, 2005, to September 4, 2012. One or both of the flexible front brake hoses may rupture causing loss of brake fluid.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P054.

Visibility:windshield NHTSA Campaign #12V485000 · 04/10/2012

Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2012 Range Rover vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the windshields on these vehicles may have been installed incorrectly.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshields. The recall began on October 29, 2012. Owners may contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Land Rover Range Rover common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2012 Land Rover Range Rover MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,250

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover worth?

Low
$36,750
Typical price
$43,858
High
$50,800

From 46 comparable 2012 Land Rover Range Rover listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$26,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$30,700
Total$56,950
Per mile$0.76

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($43,858) with the same model 4 model-years older ($19,286), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Land Rover Range Rover trims & engines on record

Trims
HSE
Engines
5.0L 8-cyl

2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles on record

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2012 Land Rover Range Rover — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

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

Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover at about 15 mpg combined (12 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover worth?

Comparable 2012 Land Rover Range Rover listings run roughly $36,750–$50,800, typically around $43,858 (from 46 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.