Baxi E04 Fault Code
The Baxi E04 fault code means: your boiler is struggling to detect water moving through the system, which means it cannot safely fire up to give you heating or hot water.. It appears on 2 Baxi models in our database.
Technical description: Flow switch failure (Water pressure or pump fault)
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Baxi E04 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