Flue overheat Emergency
Boiler Fault Code Flue overheat
Also written as FLUEOVERHEAT — same fault.
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Fault code Flue overheat 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 has shut down because it detected that the exhaust gases leaving the system have reached a dangerously high temperature. (As reported on Worcester Bosch Greenstar 12i System)
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Source
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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026