5 P1 High

Ariston 5 P1 Fault Code

Also written as 5P1 — same fault.

The Ariston 5 P1 fault code means: your boiler has failed to light the flame on the first attempt, which usually happens because there is an issue with the gas supply or the ignition system.. It appears on 13 Ariston 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: 1st ignition attempt unsuccessful
Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Ariston models that show the 5 P1 fault code

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Source

Ariston 5 P1 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Ariston service / installation manuals for each affected model.

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