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British Gas 90 Fault Code

The British Gas 90 fault code means: your boiler has detected an internal communication error between its electronic control boards, meaning it can no longer regulate the heating process safely.. It appears on 1 British Gas model in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Heat output: 24.7 kW | Heat input: 24.9 kW | Gas vol. flow rate: 43.6 (l/min at tV/tR = 80/60°C)
Typical repair cost £250-450 (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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British Gas models that show the 90 fault code

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Source

British Gas 90 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official British Gas service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026