How much does it cost to fix Baxi error code neon flashing (Section E)?

Typical repair cost for the Baxi neon flashing (Section E) fault is £150-300 including labour.

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Baxi neon flashing (Section E) Fault Code

Q: What does the Baxi neon flashing (Section E) fault code mean?

Your boiler is failing to light the fuel inside even though it is trying to start, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent a gas build-up.

Also written as NEONFLASHINGSECTIONE — same fault.

The Baxi neon flashing (Section E) fault code means: your boiler is failing to light the fuel inside even though it is trying to start, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent a gas build-up.. It appears on 2 Baxi models in our database.

Technical description: Spark at ignition electrodes for up to 10 seconds - no ignition

Typical repair cost £150-300 (including labour)

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

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Baxi models that show the neon flashing (Section E) fault code

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Source

Baxi neon flashing (Section E) 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