Recall 12V563 covers 70 2012 Land Rover LR2 and Range Rover Evoque SUVs with loose rear brake caliper bolts. Free repair at franchised Land Rover dealers.
Land Rover is recalling 70 2012 LR2 and Range Rover Evoque vehicles because rear brake caliper retaining bolts were not torqued enough. A loose caliper can detach, cause loss of brake function, or strike a wheel and suddenly deflate a tire; that raises crash risk, and the Land Rover dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear brake caliper is the metal housing that holds the brake pads around the rear brake disc. When you press the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure pushes the pads against the disc so the vehicle slows. The retaining bolts keep that caliper fixed to its bracket while the brakes are under load.
On affected 2012 Land Rover LR2 and Range Rover Evoque vehicles, the rear brake caliper retaining bolts were not tightened enough during assembly. A bolt that is under-torqued does not hold the caliper with the intended clamping force. As road vibration and braking loads act on the loose joint, the caliper can shift from its mounted position instead of staying fixed around the disc.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a sound, warning light, or change in pedal feel to confirm whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
Covers two Land Rover SUV lines from the same model year, both tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2012 Land Rover LR2 | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 70 |
A matching 2012 Land Rover model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Insufficiently tightened rear brake caliper bolts can let a caliper detach. That can reduce brake function or let the caliper strike a wheel, causing sudden tire deflation and increasing crash risk. Schedule the inspection and bolt tightening soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Land Rover dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Land Rover LR2 or Range Rover Evoque is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Land Rover owner notice mailed on January 11, 2013, or use your VIN result if you bought the vehicle used.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer and reference recall number 12V563 when you call.
- Schedule the rear brake caliper bolt inspection and tightening that fixes the loose caliper fasteners.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, leave extra following distance, and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician inspects the rear brake caliper retaining bolts on the affected LR2 and Range Rover Evoque vehicles and tightens the bolts if they are loose. The filing says this recall began on January 11, 2013. The current remedy status is not listed here, so treat the dealer repair as free once available through Land Rover. The work centers on bolt torque, not a full brake system replacement, unless the dealer finds related damage during inspection.
Timeline
| December 6, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 11, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V563?
Recall 12V563 covers 70 2012 Land Rover LR2 and Range Rover Evoque vehicles built with rear brake caliper retaining bolts that were not tightened enough. A loose caliper can detach, reduce brake function, strike a wheel, and increase crash risk. Land Rover dealers inspect and tighten the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Land Rover LR2 or Range Rover Evoque is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 12V563. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule inspection and tightening of the rear brake caliper retaining bolts. Reference recall number 12V563000 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Land Rover dealers inspect and tighten the rear brake caliper retaining bolts free of charge at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of brake function or sudden tire deflation if the rear brake caliper detaches. The caliper can also strike a wheel. Either condition increases crash risk under recall 12V563. The free dealer repair is to inspect and tighten the retaining bolts.
When did the Land Rover brake caliper recall start?
The recall began on January 11, 2013. Land Rover notified owners and instructed dealers to inspect and tighten the rear brake caliper retaining bolts free of charge. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN before calling the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V563000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V563 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V563000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →