CPSC

Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems Recalled for Injury Hazard

Liquid Force Response kiteboard control systems
Liquid Force Response kiteboard control systems
Liquid Force solid orange release hood
Liquid Force solid orange release hood

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 You Should Do

Remedy

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.

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.

Products

Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Surf and specialty stores nationwide and by independent sales representatives from December 2014 through February 2015 for about $500.