Burner Failure High

Potterton Burner Failure Fault Code

Also written as BURNERFAILURE — same fault.

The Potterton Burner Failure fault code means: your boiler has stopped working because it cannot light the internal flame needed to heat your water.. It appears on 1 Potterton model 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: Burner Failure / Flame Failure
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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Potterton models that show the Burner Failure fault code

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Source

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

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