Liquid Force recalls 2015 kiteboard control systems with a stuck chicken loop release that can cause injury. Owners must stop using and get a free replacement.
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.
Liquid Force is recalling 2015 kiteboard control systems because the chicken loop release mechanism can stick and fail to open, risking injury to the rider. This affects users who rely on the system to safely depower their kiteboard.
The chicken loop release system is designed to quickly depower the kite during a ride. If it sticks and fails to open, the rider could be unable to stop the kite, leading to potential injury or loss of control.
Kiteboarders who own Liquid Force Response kiteboard control systems from 2015 are affected. Riders using the recalled systems are at highest risk of injury if the release mechanism fails.
Check for a solid orange release hood with the text 'RESPONSE RELEASE SYSTEM' printed on the black loop. Recalled units have a solid orange hood, while replacements feature orange and black or yellow and black patterns.
Immediately stop using the recalled kiteboard control systems to prevent injury risk.
Reach out to Liquid Force directly for a free replacement chicken loop release mechanism.
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.
The recall covers Liquid Force Response kiteboard control systems from model year 2015.
Recalled units have a solid orange release hood with 'RESPONSE RELEASE SYSTEM' printed on the black loop.
You must stop using it immediately and contact Liquid Force for a free replacement chicken loop release mechanism.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Liquid Force to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6547 — Liquid Force Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems Hello, I own a Liquid Force Response Kiteboard control systems that is covered by recall 6547 from Liquid Force. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
