Baxi 825 Combi Fault codes & diagnostics

22 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Combi Natural Gas 25 kW 2019-present
GC Number 47-077-38
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GC number Appliance (register name) Produced
47-077-38 825 COMBI 2019–present

Appliance names and production years are taken from the UK Product Characteristics Database (the SAP/SEDBUK register). Where a GC number is also printed in this model's own manufacturer manual, both sources were checked to agree.

All 22 documented codes

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15

Your boiler's main internal computer has developed a communication fault and is unable to run the system safely.

High Engineer only £250-£450 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

28

Your boiler has detected a problem with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the exhaust gases, causing the system to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £100-£180 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue NTC Sensor
  • Connecting wiring harness

Related codes

40

Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the water returning from your radiators.

High Engineer only £90-160 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Connecting wiring harness

Related codes

110

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has detected an overheating issue to keep the system safe.

High DIY-safe £90-250 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are open and not turned to zero.
  2. Ensure your boiler pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge.
  3. Perform a 'Reset' by turning the selector knob to the 'R' position for five seconds.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Safety Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Temperature Sensor (NTC)

Related codes

118

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure in the central heating system has dropped too low.

High DIY-safe £0-120 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop, which is usually a flexible silver hose underneath the boiler.
  2. Slowly open the one or two taps on the loop until you hear water entering the system.
  3. Watch the pressure gauge and close the taps once the needle reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop valve
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

125

Your boiler has detected that water is not moving through the system properly, which is causing it to shut down to prevent overheating.

High DIY-safe £120-£350 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check that your system pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar on the front gauge.
  2. Ensure all radiator valves and isolation valves under the boiler are fully open.
  3. Bleed your radiators to remove any trapped air pockets.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Water Pressure Sensor
  • Automatic Air Vent

Related codes

130

Your boiler's internal thermometer is sending incorrect or missing readings, causing the system to limit its performance to prevent overheating.

Medium Engineer only £90-170 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating flow NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

133

Your boiler has tried to light several times but cannot establish a flame, meaning you have no heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £100-£350 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check if your gas prepay meter has credit
  2. Ensure your external gas emergency control valve is in the 'on' position
  3. Check if other gas appliances in your home, like a hob, are working
  4. Press and hold the Reset button for five seconds

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Flame Sensing Lead
  • Condensate Trap (if blocked)

Related codes

134

Your boiler is struggling to ignite or maintain a flame because it isn't getting the gas it needs to run safely.

High DIY-safe £180-350 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas emergency control valve is in the 'on' position
  2. If you have a prepayment meter, ensure you have sufficient credit
  3. Try resetting the boiler using the selector switch to see if the fault clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Spark Ignition Electrode
  • PCB (Printed Circuit Board)

Related codes

135

Your boiler’s main control board has encountered an internal electronic error or a loose connection, preventing the system from running safely.

High Engineer only £280-450 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

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321

Your boiler's hot water sensor has developed a fault, meaning your taps and showers may not get as hot as they should or may stay cold.

Medium Engineer only £90-160 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW NTC thermistor (sensor)
  • Wiring harness connecting the sensor

Related codes

384

Your boiler thinks there is a flame present when there shouldn't be, which is usually caused by an electrical fault or a sensor error.

High Engineer only £250-550 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Flame Sensing Electrode

Related codes

E15

Your boiler has detected an issue with its internal component that controls the fuel flow, causing the system to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £220-400 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

E20

Your boiler's internal temperature sensor is reporting an error, which means the system cannot accurately monitor how hot the water for your radiators is getting.

High Engineer only £90-160 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central Heating NTC Thermistor
  • Wiring Harness

Related codes

E28

Your boiler has detected a problem with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the exhaust gases, causing the system to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-£200 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue NTC Sensor
  • Sensor Wiring Harness
  • Main PCB

Related codes

E110

Your boiler has shut itself down because it has detected that the water inside is getting too hot.

High DIY-safe £100-£250 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are open and not turned to off.
  2. Wait 30 minutes for the boiler to cool down naturally.
  3. Press and hold the 'R' or reset button for a few seconds to restart the system.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Temperature Sensor (NTC)

Related codes

E118

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure in the central heating system is too low to operate safely and has switched itself off.

High DIY-safe £0-120 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (the silver braided hose) underneath the boiler.
  2. Slowly open the tap or taps on the filling loop to allow water into the system.
  3. Watch the pressure gauge and close the taps once the needle reaches between 1 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Filling loop valve
  • Pressure sensor
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

E125

Your boiler has detected that hot water isn't moving through the system properly, which usually means it is overheating and has shut down as a safety precaution.

High DIY-safe £180-350 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves (TRVs) are fully open
  2. Bleed all radiators to remove trapped air from the system
  3. Check the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  4. Reset the boiler to see if the fault clears

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Diverter Valve
  • Main Heat Exchanger (Descaling)

Related codes

E128

Your boiler has lost its flame while it was running, which means it has stopped providing heating and hot water for safety reasons.

High DIY-safe £100-£350 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check if other gas appliances in your home, like a hob, are working to ensure you have a gas supply
  2. Check if your gas meter has credit and that the handle on the gas pipe is fully turned to the 'on' position
  3. Press and hold the Reset button for five seconds

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Flame sensing probe
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

E130

Your boiler has sensed that the exhaust gases are getting too hot and has shut down as a safety precaution to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £120-£280 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue NTC Sensor
  • Main Heat Exchanger
  • Burner Insulation Panel

Related codes

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E133

Your boiler has failed to ignite or stay lit, which usually means the gas isn't reaching the burner or the system can't detect a flame.

High DIY-safe £120-350 Shared across the range

What to check first

  1. Check if other gas appliances (like a hob) are working to confirm gas supply.
  2. Check if your gas emergency control valve is open and your prepayment meter has credit.
  3. If it is freezing outside, check if the white plastic condensate pipe is frozen and thaw with warm water.
  4. Press and hold the 'R' or Reset button for five seconds.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Flame sensing probe
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

E160

Your boiler has stopped working because the fan that removes waste gases isn't spinning or communicating correctly with the main control board.

High Engineer only £250-£450 Shared across the range

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Fan wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

82 operating states & engineer diagnostics

Not faults — these are normal operating states. Tap to expand.

1.0 Status Your boiler is currently performing an automatic internal check or initial setup process and is not experiencing an actual fault. 1.0.0 Diagnostic Your boiler's internal control system is struggling to 'talk' to its main computer, meaning it has paused operations as a safety precaution. 1.0.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal configuration error that prevents it from starting correctly, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water. 1.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general safety issue that requires the system to shut down to prevent potential damage or danger. 1.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a communication error or a configuration issue that prevents it from starting safely. 1.3 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal safety irregularity that is preventing it from starting up correctly. 1.3.1 Diagnostic Your boiler is experiencing a communication error between its internal controls, meaning it has temporarily stopped working to prevent further faults. 1.4 Diagnostic Your boiler has reached its programmed end-of-life interval, meaning it is time to have a professional engineer perform a safety inspection and service. 1.4.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has reached the end of its programmed operational life and requires a professional service or system review to ensure it is still safe to run. 1.4.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has reached its programmed service limit and requires a routine professional inspection to ensure it continues to run safely and efficiently. 1.4.3 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected that a critical internal control component has reached the end of its programmed operational life and requires replacement by a professional. 2.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general internal fault that is preventing it from starting up correctly. 2.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the electrical connection to its internal gas control system, preventing it from starting up safely. 2.2.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal communication or software issue, meaning it cannot properly monitor its own temperature rise and has safely shut down to prevent damage. 2.2.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal issue with its safety certification settings, which means it will stop working to ensure it continues to operate within legal safety limits. 2.2.3 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the settings that control how it processes the gas supply, meaning it has safely shut itself down to prevent improper operation. 2.2.4 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal configuration mismatch, meaning it cannot properly identify its own operating settings. 2.3 Diagnostic Your boiler is experiencing a communication error between its internal electronic parts, meaning it cannot safely operate or control its own functions. 2.3.1 Diagnostic Your boiler is experiencing a communication error between its internal electronic components, meaning it cannot properly coordinate its heating and hot water functions. 2.4 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the water pressure or the safety mechanism that ensures water is flowing correctly, causing it to stop operating to prevent internal damage. 2.4.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the water pressure or flow inside the system, which is preventing it from heating your water correctly. 2.4.2 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect or maintain the correct water pressure and flow throughout its internal system. 2.4.3 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a water leak inside its casing that needs to be inspected by a professional to prevent damage to internal electrical components. 2.5 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to ignite the flame reliably, which means the unit is currently preventing your heating and hot water from working to keep things safe. 3.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal communication error and has safely shut down to prevent further issues. 3.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the water pressure or the heat flow, causing it to shut down for safety reasons. 3.2.2 Diagnostic Your boiler is experiencing a complex internal communication error between its electronic components, meaning it cannot safely start or control your heating. 3.2.4 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a blockage in the pipework that carries away waste water, which is preventing it from operating safely. 3.2.5 Diagnostic Your boiler has identified a internal communications failure between its main control boards, preventing it from operating correctly. 3.2.6 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected that the water inside the system is dirty or contaminated, which is triggering a safety sensor to protect the internal components from damage. 3.2.8 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a blockage in the pipe that drains away waste water, causing it to shut down to prevent internal damage. 4.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with how it is communicating with its internal safety systems or controls, preventing it from starting up safely. 4.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with its installation setup, often caused by a communication error between the boiler and its external controls or settings. 4.2.1 Diagnostic Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a memory or software configuration error that is preventing it from starting up correctly. 4.2.2 Diagnostic Your boiler is displaying a service or setup notification indicating that the initial installation settings require attention or verification. 4.2.3 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect a stable gas supply, which prevents it from igniting safely. 4.2.4 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a communication error between its internal electronic brains, causing it to shut down for safety. 4.2.5 Status Your boiler is having trouble detecting the correct water pressure or flow, which prevents it from heating your home or water safely. 4.2.6 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the system's internal air or exhaust path, preventing it from operating safely. 4.2.7 Diagnostic Your boiler has identified a communication error with its internal control system that is preventing the heating from turning on. 4.3 Status Your boiler has detected that the water temperature has risen too high and it has shut down automatically to prevent damage. 4.4 Status Your boiler is struggling to detect water flow properly, which is preventing it from firing up to provide your heating or hot water. 4.4.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control components, causing it to shut down for safety. 5.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general internal fault that is preventing it from operating correctly. 6.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general internal fault that is preventing it from operating correctly. 6.1.6 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the internal air or exhaust path that prevents it from firing safely. 6.2 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its internal components, meaning it cannot safely regulate its heating process. 6.2.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has stopped working because it has detected a problem with the internal air or flue system, meaning it is not safe to ignite. 6.2.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the flow of gas or the ignition process that prevents it from starting up safely. 6.2.5 Status Your boiler has detected a failure in its internal communication or electronic control system, meaning it cannot safely operate. 6.2.6 Status Your boiler has detected a critical failure in the internal hardware communication, meaning it has shut down as a safety precaution and will not provide heating or hot water. 6.3 Status Your boiler is experiencing a communication error between its internal electronic control parts, which prevents it from operating correctly. 6.3.1 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect a stable gas supply and is currently performing a safety check to ensure it can ignite safely. 7.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general internal fault that is preventing it from operating correctly. 7.2 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its internal components, preventing it from starting up safely. 7.2.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the gas supply or the combustion process, meaning it has safely shut down to prevent unsafe operation. 7.2.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the internal electronics or communication between its main parts, which has caused it to stop working to prevent further damage. 7.3 Status Your boiler has detected a safety-related issue with its internal communication or monitoring systems, causing it to shut down to prevent damage. 7.3.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an issue with the way it is managing its gas supply, which prevents it from operating safely. 7.4 Status Your boiler is experiencing a communication error between its internal sensors, which has caused it to stop working for your safety. 7.4.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has identified an internal communication error between its electronic components, meaning it cannot safely operate the heating or hot water. 7.4.2 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error and has safely shut down to prevent further issues. 7.5 Status Your boiler is experiencing a communication error between its internal electronic parts, meaning it has stopped working until the settings are correctly synchronised. 7.5.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a communication error between its internal electronic brains, causing it to shut down for safety. 8.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal issue with its electronic control system which is preventing it from operating correctly. 8.2 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control components, causing it to shut down for safety. 8.2.5 Status This code indicates a communication error between your boiler's internal controls, meaning the unit cannot safely manage its heating operations. 8.3 Status Your boiler has detected an issue with the sensor that monitors the water flow inside the system, preventing it from heating up correctly. 9.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general internal fault that is preventing it from operating correctly. 9.2 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected a general internal fault that prevents it from operating safely and needs a qualified professional to investigate. 9.2.1 Diagnostic Your boiler's computer is experiencing a temporary software confusion and cannot process its internal instructions correctly. 9.3 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control components, causing it to shut down for safety reasons. 9.3.1 Diagnostic Your boiler's computer is experiencing a software glitch or internal communication error, causing it to shut down to prevent incorrect operation. 9.3.2 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control components and has automatically shut down to prevent damage. 9.3.3 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal communication failure between its main control components, causing it to shut down for safety. 9.3.4 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control components, causing it to shut down for safety. 9.4 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control boards, which prevents it from operating safely. 9.4.2 Status Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its internal components, meaning it has safely shut itself down to prevent potential damage. 9.5 Status Your boiler is experiencing a communication failure where the internal circuit boards are unable to talk to each other properly. 10.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal issue with its electrical communication system, causing it to shut down for safety. 11.1 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its main control boards, which has caused it to stop working for safety reasons. 20 Status Your boiler is currently in standby mode and is working exactly as it should.

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