The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·14074·Announced 2013-12-30

Cabrinha H2 Kiteboarding Binding Recalled Due to Injury Risk

Cabrinha is recalling H2 Hydra Series kiteboarding bindings because they can detach from the base, causing loss of control and injury.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the binding can detach and cause loss of control, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Cabrinha is recalling the H2 Hydra Series Binding used for kiteboarding. The recall involves the standard size binding, which is blue and black with dual adjusting straps. The product was manufactured in June and July 2013 and sold at specialty watersports stores worldwide from August 2013 through December 2013 for about $180. A total of 57 units were sold in the U.S. and 5 in Canada.

The binding can detach from its base while riding, which can lead to a loss of control and poses a risk of injury. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled binding and contact any Cabrinha authorized dealer for a free replacement binding. A list of authorized dealers can be found at www.cabrinhakites.com/dealers.html. Consumers can also contact Pryde Group Americas at (305) 591-3922 or visit www.cabrinhakites.com for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Cabrinha H2 Hydra Series Binding
Manufacturer
Neil Pryde Limited, Hong Kong
Category
Consumer Product — Water Sports Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
57

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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