Red LED (Overheat) High
Boiler Fault Code Red LED (Overheat)
Also written as REDLEDOVERHEAT — same fault.
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Fault code Red LED (Overheat) appears across 1 boiler brand and 3 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.
Most common meaning Your boiler has switched itself off because it has gotten too hot, likely due to a circulation problem or a temporary blockage. (As reported on Potterton Housewarmer)
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Source
Information for the Red LED (Overheat) 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