repaired · 2024 Q1
Fuel system, gasoline
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2012 Land Rover LR4Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 25 owner complaints about the 2012 Land Rover LR4, most often about the fuel system, gasoline. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-635 the manufacturer reports only 41% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Land Rover LR4 has problems
25 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Fuel system, gasoline
7Fuel/propulsion system
4Engine
2Structure1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control
1Equipment
1Power train
33 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2012 Land Rover LR4 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. The insufficient bond may result in the panoramic roof assembly detaching from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Land Rover.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other LR4 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the LR4 median. How we score
'10'11'12'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What LR4 owners report
Recent fuel system, gasoline complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle started leaking fuel. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair…
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, he started to smell fuel fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated the service engine soon warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was…
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover LR4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
Own a 2012 LR4?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.