E43 High

Alpha E43 Fault Code

The Alpha E43 fault code means: your boiler is repeatedly struggling to keep its flame lit and has shut down as a safety precaution to prevent unburnt gas from building up.. It appears on 22 Alpha models in our database.

Call an engineer soon

Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Frequent flame loss (more than 6 times in short period)
Typical repair cost £150-350 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Alpha models that show the E43 fault code

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Source

Alpha E43 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Alpha service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026