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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 1,950 units
Recall No. 22-764 Published July 28, 2022

Ceramic Pulley for Switchblade and Drifter kite sailing kites

The ceramic pulleys used in the recalled Switchblade and Drifter kiteboarding kites can cause the bridle line connection to break, which reduces performance in steering and control of the kite, causing the kiteboarder to lose control of the kite, posing an injury hazard. sold at Kite Surfing stores including Kiteboarding Saint Petersburg and Best Pro Kiteboarding in Florida, Adventure Sports USA and online at https://www.cabrinha.com and other websites from October 2021 – April 2022 for about $15.

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Recalled ceramic pulley on 02 Switchblade Kite
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Recalled ceramic pulley on 02 Switchblade Kite

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Why it was recalled

The ceramic pulleys used in the recalled Switchblade and Drifter kiteboarding kites can cause the bridle line connection to break, which reduces performance in steering and control of the kite, causing the kiteboarder to lose control of the kite, posing an injury hazard.

30
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received 30 reports of the ceramic pulley fraying the bridle line. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Switchblade and Drifter kite sailing kites and contact the place where purchased, an authorized dealer or Adventure Sports for a free replacement kit with installation instructions for the kites. Consumers will receive a replacement kit to make the repair, or can request vendor assistance to replace the pulley. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly regarding the recall.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 1,950
Made inChina
Sold atKite Surfing stores including Kiteboarding Saint Petersburg and Best Pro Kiteboarding in Florida, Adventure Sports USA and online at https://www.cabrinha.com and other websites
Sales periodOctober 2021 – April 2022
PriceAbout $15

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-399-5734
9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.cabrinha.com

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