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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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.