The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16703·Announced 2015-10-21

Liquid Force Recalls Response Kiteboard Control Systems Due to Injury Risk

Liquid Force is recalling about 2,050 Response kiteboard control systems because the release mechanism can stick, posing a risk of injury to users.

What this means for you

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 release mechanism can fail, posing a risk of injury, but no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Liquid Force, of Encinitas, Calif., is recalling about 2,050 Response kiteboard control systems from model year 2015. An additional 40 units were sold in Canada. The recalled units feature a solid orange release hood and the words "RESPONSE RELEASE SYSTEM" printed on the black loop.

The recall was issued because the chicken loop release system, which is used to depower the kite, can stick and fail to open. This malfunction poses a risk of injury to the kiteboarder. The company has not reported any injuries associated with the defect.

The control systems were sold at surf and specialty stores nationwide and by independent sales representatives from December 2014 through February 2015 for about $500. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled systems and contact Liquid Force for a free replacement chicken loop release mechanism. The firm is also contacting all owners directly.

The recalled product

Product
Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems
Manufacturer
Liquid Force, of Encinitas, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Water Sports Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
2,050

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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