CPSC recall 16703
Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-10-21
On 2015-10-21 the CPSC announced a recall of Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems by Liquid Force, citing 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16703 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2015-10-21 |
| Published | 2015-10-21 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Liquid Force |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems | 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.
Reason
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.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Liquid-Force-Recalls-Response-Kiteboard-Control-Systems
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