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Boiler Fault Code E12

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed

Fault code E12 appears across 14 boiler brands and 83 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.

Most common meaning Your boiler is struggling to pump water around the system, often because the water pressure is too low or there is a blockage or air bubble preventing flow. (As reported on Potterton Assure Combi / System)

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Source

Information for the E12 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