Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 23, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations

Brand: Vernier

Hazards: Fire Hazard, Burn Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9869 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations
Brand Vernier
Category Electronics
Recall Number 9869
Hazard Fire Hazard, Burn Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date February 29, 2024
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

Recall Summary
On February 29, 2024, Vernier Science Education, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a recall of the Vernier Go Direct Charge Station. The recall was initiated due to reports of the charge station overheating. The recall notice states that the firm has received two reports of the chargers overheating. No injuries have been reported. The recall number assigned to this action is 24132.

Affected Products
This recall involves the Vernier Go Direct Charge Station, which supports the Go Direct line of wireless sensors containing rechargeable batteries. The product is marked as “Go Direct® Charging Station” and can be identified by the order code GDX-CRG and model number GDXCRG2617R1. These identifiers are found on a label located at the bottom of the Charge Station. The product may have been purchased individually or as part of a Teacher Pack of sensors with order codes GDX-TMP-TP or GDX-PH-TP. The charge stations can charge up to 16 Vernier Go Direct sensors at the same time – 8 via USB and 8 via Go Direct wand-style sensor ports. The units were sold online at Vernier.com, www.fishersci.com, www.flinnsci.com, and www.us.vwr.com from November 2017 through December 2023. The price range was between $90 and $930, depending on whether the charge station was purchased individually or as part of a Teacher Pack. The number of units affected is approximately 15,000. The product was manufactured in Taiwan.

Hazard Information
According to the recall notice, the recalled charge station can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The firm has received two reports of the chargers overheating. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the Vernier Go Direct Charge Station. Consumers should then contact Vernier to receive instructions on how to return their charge station for a free repair. Vernier is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Official Remedy
The official remedy for this recall is a free repair. Consumers who contact Vernier will receive instructions on how to return their charge station for this repair.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Vernier Science Education toll-free at 888-837-6437 from 6:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Thursday, or from 6:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT on Friday. Consumers may also email Vernier at support@vernier.com. Additional information is available online at www.vernier.com/gdx-crg-recall or by visiting www.vernier.com and clicking on the orange banner at the top of the page with the text “Attention: Safety Recall of Vernier Go Direct Charge Station.”

Recall Timeline

  • **February 29, 2024** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9869).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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