Baxi 5 Red Flashes Fault Code
Also written as 5REDFLASHES — same fault.
The Baxi 5 Red Flashes fault code means: your boiler's internal memory chip has developed a software or connection error, meaning it can no longer remember its correct settings to operate.. It appears on 27 Baxi models in our database.
Technical description: Parameter storage unit (PSU) error
What causes the Baxi 5 Red Flashes fault?
This fault occurs when the boiler's internal memory chip fails to communicate with the main control board, similar to a corrupted file on a computer. It is usually caused by a hardware failure within the chip itself or a loose physical connection on the circuit board that prevents the boiler from reading its essential operating instructions. Because the boiler no longer knows its own safety limits or settings, it shuts down immediately as a precaution.
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Gas Safe Register →Baxi models that show the 5 Red Flashes fault code
Click a model for the full fault code list and model-specific repair notes.
- 400 Combi (range) Repair: £180-350
- 800 Repair: £120-280
- 80e Repair: £180-£450
- Assure Repair: £180-350
- Bermuda Repair: £180-350
- Eco Compact Repair: £140-£260
- Eco Elite Repair: £180-350
- EcoBlue Repair: £120-250
- EcoBlue Advance Repair: £120-250
- EcoBlue Advance Heat Repair: £120-250
- EcoBlue Heat Repair: £120-250
- EP Repair: £120-300
- MainEco Repair: £120-350
- Netaheat Repair: £180-350
- Performa Repair: £180-£350
- Profile Repair: £180-350
- Profile Prima Repair: £200-£450
- Statesman Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 100 Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 115 Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 30 Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 40 Repair: £180-280
- Suprima 50 Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 60 Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 70 Repair: £180-350
- Suprima 80 Repair: £250-450
- Titanium Repair: £120-£350
Source
Baxi 5 Red Flashes fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Baxi service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026