BoilerFaultCodes 228 High
Boiler Fault Code 228
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed
Fault code 228 appears across 1 boiler brand and 10 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.
Most common meaning Your boiler thinks a flame is burning even though it hasn't actually sparked or started, causing it to shut down for safety. (As reported on Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Life/Style)
Pick your boiler brand for the 228 fix
Source
Information for the 228 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