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Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems

Published October 21, 2015

Summary

CPSC records recall 16703, published October 21, 2015. Reported units: About 2,050 (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada).

What's 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

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.

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Recall details

Brand
Liquid Force, of Encinitas, Calif.
Distributor
Surf and specialty stores nationwide and by independent sales representatives from December 2014 through February 2015 for about $500.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 16703 on October 21, 2015. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Liquid Force, of Encinitas, Calif..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)