Reported May 17, 2017
Cabrinha Recalls Kiteboard Control Systems Due to Injury and Fall Hazards
Cabrinha Kites, a subsidiary of Pryde Group Americas of Doral, Fla.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kiteboard control systems and return them to the place of purchase to receive a free replacement kit with instructional guide. A video on how to install the replacement plastic power-bracket is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZasOj9v6Yw.
Firm contact: Cabrinha at 808-893-0286 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. HT (Hawaii Time) Monday through Friday or online at www.cabrinhakites.com and click on the "Safety Alert" at the top of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Cabrinha Kiteboard control systems
- Amount recalled
- About 2,900
Where it was sold
Sold at Watersports stores nationwide from July 2016 through March 2017 for about $550..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The point of connection between the lower front line with the landing line can break, causing a loss of kite control, posing injury and fall hazards.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received six reports of the stainless steel PBS component breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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