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CPSCRecalled Oct 21, 2015 · #16703

Liquid Force Recalls Response Kiteboard Control Systems Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

Hazard

The chicken loop release system, which is used to depower the kite, can stick and fail to open, posing a risk of injury to the kiteboarder.

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Description

This recall involves Liquid Force Response kiteboard control systems from model year 2015. The control systems are comprised of a light-weight control bar to control and depower the kite, a set of flying lines and a harness loop (chicken loop)/quick release mechanism. Recalled units have a solid orange release hood and the words "RESPONSE RELEASE SYSTEM" are printed on the black loop. The release hood on replacement systems is orange and black or yellow and black.

Product details

Product
Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems
Type
Pools and Water Sports
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
2015
UPCs
Sold at
Surf and specialty stores nationwide and by independent sales representatives from December 2014 through February 2015 for about $500.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kiteboard control systems and contact Liquid Force for a free replacement chicken loop release mechanism. The firm is contacting all owners of the kiteboard control systems directly.

View the official CPSC notice