Recall 11V530 affects 2 2011-2012 Universal Specialty Eagle vehicles for V-band clamp T-bolt fractures. Repairs are free at authorized Cummins dealers.
Universal Specialty is recalling 2 2011-2012 Eagle recreational vehicles under recall 11V530 because V-band clamp T-bolts on the diesel oxidation catalyst and diesel particulate filter can fracture. Hot exhaust gases can vent before the tailpipe, creating a fire risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The V-band clamp on the 2011-2012 Universal Specialty Eagle is a metal clamp that holds exhaust aftertreatment sections together on Cummins ISX and ISL diesel engines. It connects the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst and diesel particulate filter, the housing that treats exhaust before it leaves the vehicle. That joint has to stay tight while the engine and exhaust system heat up, cool down, and vibrate under load.
On affected Eagles, the clamp assembly includes a T-bolt that can fracture when it is under stress or load. Once that bolt breaks, the clamp loses its grip. The inlet or outlet section attached to the DOC and DPF housing can loosen and disconnect from the aftertreatment housing.
There is no warning sign before failure. After the clamp has loosened, an owner or service technician can notice a changed exhaust sound or visible separation at the DOC and DPF connection, but the recall filing does not identify an early driver warning.
Who's affected?
Covers the Eagle across the 2011 and 2012 model years, with the same engine and engine cooling component listed for both.
| 2012 Universal Specialty Eagle | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2011 Universal Specialty Eagle | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 2 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Disconnected exhaust sections let hot exhaust gases vent before the tailpipe, creating a fire risk. If both clamps fail, the DOC/DPF housing can detach and become a road hazard. If the exhaust aftertreatment housing is loose, stop using the vehicle and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Universal Specialty dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Universal Specialty Eagle is included in this recall.
- Call Universal Specialty customer service at 1-812-377-5000 to confirm the free repair path for recall number 11V530.
- Schedule service with an authorized Cummins dealer for the V-band clamp repair that keeps the DOC/DPF exhaust sections attached.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 11V530 when you call or arrive.
- Avoid driving if you smell exhaust, see smoke, or hear exhaust parts loosen under the vehicle.
What happens at the repair
Universal Specialty's repair path sends affected Eagle owners to authorized Cummins dealers. The final dealer repair will be free once available. At the dealer, a Universal Specialty technician addresses the Cummins diesel exhaust clamp issue by repairing the V band clamp assembly that connects the inlet and outlet cone sections to the DOC or DPF housing. The work is meant to prevent a fractured T bolt from letting the clamp loosen and allowing exhaust sections to disconnect. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| October 10, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| November 3, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V530?
Recall 11V530 covers 2 2011-2012 Universal Specialty Eagle recreational vehicles with Cummins ISX or ISL diesel engines. The V-band clamp T-bolt can fracture, loosen the DOC/DPF connection, and let exhaust parts disconnect. Authorized Cummins dealers perform the repair free of charge.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Universal Specialty Eagle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Eagle is included in recall 11V530. If it is, contact an authorized Cummins dealer for the free V-band clamp repair. Reference recall number 11V530 and Cummins phone number 1-812-377-5000 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and the campaign remedy says authorized Cummins dealers perform the repair free of charge. The repair path applies even if you bought the recreational vehicle used.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire or a road hazard from detached exhaust components. If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent before the tailpipe and create a fire risk. If both clamps fail, the DOC/DPF housing can detach completely.
What if I bought my Universal Specialty Eagle used?
The VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Used owners remain eligible for the free recall repair, even if the original owner received the notice. Check your VIN, then contact an authorized Cummins dealer and reference recall number 11V530.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V530000 |
|---|---|
| Universal Specialty customer service | 1-812-377-5000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V530 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V530000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →