n9 High

Glow-worm n9 Fault Code

Also written as N9 — same fault.

The Glow-worm n9 fault code means: your boiler has detected a failure to ignite, meaning it is currently unable to start up to provide you with heating or hot water.. It appears on 1 Glow-worm model in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: 23.0 (79 152) (Jaguar 23) / 27.6 (94 171) (Jaguar 28)
Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Glow-worm models that show the n9 fault code

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Source

Glow-worm n9 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Glow-worm service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026