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Ariston A16 Fault Code

The Ariston A16 fault code means: your boiler is having trouble monitoring the temperature of the water returning from your radiators, so it has stopped heating to stay safe.. It appears on 1 Ariston model in our database.

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

Technical description: CentralHeating Return NTC
Typical repair cost £120-200 (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 A16 fault code

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Source

Ariston A16 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