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2012 Land Rover Range Rover

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Range Rover.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is an SUV equipped with an Automatic (S6) transmission and an engine requiring 8.5 qt of 5W-20 oil to achieve EPA estimates of 12/18/14 mpg. Ownership data for this specific year records 44 total owner complaints and 5 recalls, with the Engine emerging as the top complaint area. Positioned within the model's broader complaint history covering 1990-2026, the 2012 model year sits significantly below the highest recorded count of 127 complaints in 2003 while remaining above the lowest benchmark of 6 complaints set in 1992, placing it between the historical extremes of the model's reliability record.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity8.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy12/18/14 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 720 CCA battery, OE oil filter LR011298. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 720 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterLR011298 alt LR010735
Engine air filterLR011593
Fuel filterLR043154
Spark plugLR032080
Front wiper bladesLR155029
Serpentine beltLR011327 alt LR012663
ThermostatLR032135
Cabin air filterLR032199

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length171.7 in
Overall width77.6 in
Overall height64.6 in
Wheelbase104.7 in
Curb weight3682 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined12 / 18 / 14 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Range Rover of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.1–9.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.10 sec — 2010 Supercharged
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2010Supercharged 5.0L Supercharger V85.10 sec13.70 sec510 hpAWD
2010HSE 5.0L V86.40 sec14.90 sec375 hpAWD
2006Supercharged 4.2L Supercharger V86.70 sec15.00 sec400 hpAWD
2006Supercharged 4.2L Supercharger V86.90 sec15.20 sec400 hpAWD
2006Supercharged 4.2L Supercharger V87.00 sec15.40 sec400 hpAWD
2004HSE 4.4L V88.40 sec16.40 sec282 hpAWD
2003HSE 4.4L V89.60 sec17.00 sec282 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 8.5 qt of 5W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell M1375.4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.3 Pints
Engine Oil5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug7.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub311 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub311 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant CapacityOn models equipped w/two zone unit, 1.65; w/four zone unit, 2.05. lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil CapacityOn models equipped w/two zone units, 3.71; w/four zone unit, 6.75. oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance720 cca

Service checks

Thermostat Opening Temperature190-194 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum65.3 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum91.3 psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH 14.20 inch DISC / WITH 15.00 inch DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle202 ft-lbs / 85 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.118 in
Brake ApplicationWITH 14.20 inch DISC / WITH 15.00 inch DISC
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in / 0.003 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.181 in / 1.339 in / 0.787 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.181 in / 1.339 in / 0.787 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 180148 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

1Bolts 1-1015 ft. lbs
2Bolts 1-1025.8 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-10120 degrees
4Top larger recessed bolts18 ft. lbs
5Two lower bolts below recessed bolts9 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 15,000 mi; spark plugs at 112,000 mi; coolant every 15,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 15,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 15,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 16,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect) · Temperature Controlled Seat Air Filter (replace) · Vehicle Wiring Harnesses (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 75,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 105,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
At 112,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover marks a relatively stable point in its generation’s federal record, particularly when viewed against the surrounding years. Complaints dropped to 44 from 82 in 2011, though recalls held steady at five, matching the prior year and remaining below the seven seen in 2010 and 2013. The 2012 model year also saw a modest increase in investigations (one) compared to none in 2011, while technical service bulletins surged to 463—an all-time high for the generation, signaling ongoing but documented refinements. Engine, fuel system, and powertrain complaints dominated, consistent with trends in adjacent years, though crash and fire complaints remained minimal. This year falls in the middle of a reliability arc that peaks with the 2013 model’s spike in recalls and investigations, suggesting 2012 may have benefited from earlier fixes without yet introducing the next round of issues. For a used purchase, the 2012 presents a comparatively balanced risk profile—lower complaints than its immediate predecessor and fewer recalls than the following year—making it a more prudent choice within this generation.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
463
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
44
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 1 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 44 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine7
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Power Train5
Air Bags4
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Suspension2
Unknown Or Other2
Fuel/Propulsion System2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V015000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 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… Remedy: 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…

17V015000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 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… Remedy: 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 463 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM76411 - 10MAR262026-03-10Electrical SystemSmart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and unable to start their vehicle
SSM76317ATT - 28APR252025-04-28EngineEngine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
SSM76317 - 28APR252025-04-28EngineEngine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
TUCC_APR2025_182025-04-11Electrical SystemLeaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
SFCC_MAR2025_202025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2012 Range Rover take?

8.5 qt of 5W-20 MEETING LAND ROVER SPECIFICATION WSS-M2C925A, per the factory manual.

Does the 2012 Range Rover have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Range Rover get?

EPA figures are 12 city / 18 highway / 14 combined mpg.