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Boiler Fault Code 160

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed

Fault code 160 appears across 3 boiler brands and 28 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.

Most common meaning Your boiler's fan is not spinning at the correct speed, which prevents the system from safely clearing exhaust fumes and starting the ignition process. (As reported on Baxi EcoBlue)

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Baxi 160 26 models Main 160 1 model Potterton 160 1 model

Source

Information for the 160 fault code is sourced from the official service / installation manual for each model that displays it. Read more about how we source fault codes →

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026