2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport recalls

Most common 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems

Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	13
Fuel/Propulsion System	12
Fuel System, Gasoline	8
Power Train	4
Unknown Or Other	4
Electrical System	3
Visibility/Wiper	2
Exterior Lighting	2
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Steering	2

What owners report

2026-08-08, Electrical System
Vehicle experienced a complete electrical failure while driving. The vehicle is a 2012 Range Rover Sport. At approximately 25 mph, the engine shut off, all exterior and interior lights went out, and the steering wheel locked in the straight‑ahead position. I temporarily lost control of the vehicle and was only able to stop safely because I was traveling at low speed. This incident created an immediate crash risk. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle but could not identify the cause, noting vehicle in Fail Safe - scan showed multiple lost communication codes. See the full report attached for more details. This appears to be a serious safety defect consistent with known elect

2026-06-01, Engine
My 2012 Range Rover HSE Sport, after repeated calls and asking to speak to the appropriate parties about my car, finally got a call and said that the the safety recall was completed to [XXX] and I could pick up my car. He/She said that I would need an engine and I just needed to come in a pick up the keys and car.car was driveable. After the members refused for 30 days not to repair the safety recall, and upon my insistence, "they" said it was complete. The defect was with the manufacturer call to fix my car. The dealership members were very rude and noncompliant. I asked that they would reach out to the manufacturer and my request to the manufacturer was that honor and fix

2026-04-24, Fuel/Propulsion System
The Jaguar range Rover dealership refused to fix the safety recall on my 2012 Range Rover. My car had been at the dealership JLR Midlothian VA since March 20,2026. They stated that there was no loaner car until April 13, 2026, possibly. Brian was the senior advisor sharing the information. I rented a car from Hertz rental in Fredericksburg VA for the initial date appt of March 13, 2026. I had a family emergency and informed Brian. On April 20, 2026 I visited the dealership to learn the status of fixing the recall issue of of fuel flange to be told by Jeff that Mike the Service Manager refused to correct and replace the safety recall part. BArian who initially did intake on March 13th

2026-04-02, Engine
UNKNOWN. THE ENGINE OVERHEATED ENGULF IN HEAVY SMOKE.DISABLED.

2026-03-19, Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel tank holder is rusted out and is a known issue on this model. Land Rover used materials that are prone to severe corrosion and I feel like my fuel tank will fall off at any moment and is unsafe to drive.

2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport questions

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

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Fuel Tank Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (13), Fuel/Propulsion System (12), Fuel System, Gasoline (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.