How much does it cost to fix boiler error code 179?

Typical repair cost for the boiler 179 fault is £120-250 including labour.

179 Medium

Boiler Fault Code 179

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed 7 July 2026

Fault code 179 appears across 1 boiler brand and 1 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.

Most common meaning Your boiler's secondary heating zone has reached an unsafe temperature and has shut down to prevent damage. (As reported on ECA FELiS FL 50 HM)

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ECA 179 1 model

Source

Information for the 179 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 7 July 2026