How much does it cost to fix Baxi error code Flame Failure Reset Button?

Typical repair cost for the Baxi Flame Failure Reset Button fault is £100-280 including labour.

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Baxi Flame Failure Reset Button Fault Code

Q: What does the Baxi Flame Failure Reset Button fault code mean?

Your boiler has stopped itself from firing for safety reasons and needs a manual restart to try and light the flame again.

Also written as FLAMEFAILURERESETBUTTON — same fault.

The Baxi Flame Failure Reset Button fault code means: your boiler has stopped itself from firing for safety reasons and needs a manual restart to try and light the flame again.. It appears on 5 Baxi models in our database.

Technical description: Button used to reset the boiler after a flame failure occurs.

Typical repair cost £100-280 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check that your gas emergency control valve is in the 'on' positionEnsure you have credit on your gas meter if applicablePress and hold the reset button for five seconds to see if the boiler restarts

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Baxi models that show the Flame Failure Reset Button fault code

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Source

Baxi Flame Failure Reset Button 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