Cabrinha Recalls Kiteboard Control Systems Due to Injury and Fall Hazards

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This CPSC action (record #17154) was formally reported on May 17, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Cabrinha Kites, a subsidiary of Pryde Group Americas, of Doral, Fla. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,900.

The documented reason for this recall is: 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. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: 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 i… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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