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

Typical repair cost for the Baxi Flame Failure fault is £120-250 including labour.

Flame Failure High

Baxi Flame Failure Fault Code

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

Your boiler has stopped working because it couldn't light the flame or keep it burning, so it has purposefully shut itself down for safety.

Also written as FLAMEFAILURE — same fault.

The Baxi Flame Failure fault code means: your boiler has stopped working because it couldn't light the flame or keep it burning, so it has purposefully shut itself down for safety.. It appears on 7 Baxi models in our database.

Technical description: Red indicator lit. Press the Reset Button.

Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Baxi models that show the Flame Failure fault code

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Source

Baxi Flame Failure 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