Liquid Force Recalls Response Kiteboard Control Systems Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 16703 · announced October 21, 2015 · Liquid Force · 2,050 units affected
The product
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.
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
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. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Surf and specialty stores nationwide and by independent sales representatives from December 2014 through February 2015 for about $500.
Consumer contact: Liquid Force at 800-820-7781 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.liquidforcekites.com and click "Technical Service Bulletin" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.