Overheat thermostat activated High

Halstead Overheat thermostat activated Fault Code

Also written as OVERHEATTHERMOSTATACTIVATED — same fault.

The Halstead Overheat thermostat activated fault code means: your boiler has switched itself off because it has become dangerously hot, likely due to a circulation problem or a faulty safety sensor.. It appears on 4 Halstead models in our database.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: Boiler temperature > 105°C • Check CH/O’heat thermistor • Check wires to sensor • Check no air is in CH system • Check PCB • Check pump
Typical repair cost £150-300 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Halstead models that show the Overheat thermostat activated fault code

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Source

Halstead Overheat thermostat activated fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Halstead service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026