CPSC, Vernier Software & Technology Announce Recall of Go!™ Temp Temperature Sensors
Source: CPSC Recall #05537
Recall Date
2005-02-09
Manufacturer
Vernier Software & Technology, of Beaverton, Ore.
Units Affected
About 4,300
Products Involved
Vernier's Go!™ Temp Temperature Sensors
Hazard
When connected to a computer, a static discharge to the sensor can cause the sensor to draw too much current from the computer, causing the sensor to get hot. The sensor can get hot enough to cause a burn to the skin or damage objects in contact with it.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the Vernier Go!™ Temp included in this recall immediately and contact Vernier Software & Technology for a free replacement.
Reported Injuries
Vernier reported one incident in which a teacher suffered burns to her palm.
Sold At
Vernier Software & Technology and its resellers through their catalogs and Web sites, from February 6, 2004 through December 3, 2004, for about $39.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
Vernier's Go!™ Temp is a temperature sensor that connects directly to a computer USB port and collects data (temperature) from the probe. The sensors are used in science classrooms. They have serial numbers 0104XXXXXXXX through 2004XXXXXXXX. The serial number is found by connecting the sensor to the computer after installing Logger Lite software, which is included with the sensor. To determine the serial number, connect the sensor, start Logger Lite, pull down the Experiment menu, choose Set Up Sensors, and choose Go!Temp. The serial number will appear in the dialog box displayed on the computer screen.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28