Ideal E 17 Fault Code
Also written as E17 — same fault.
The Ideal E 17 fault code means: your boiler has detected a serious internal controller error and has automatically shut itself down to prevent further damage.. It appears on 1 Ideal model in our database.
Technical description: Internal failure
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Source
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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026