Saunier Duval 2.7bar Fault Code
Also written as 27BAR — same fault.
The Saunier Duval 2.7bar fault code means: your boiler's internal water pressure is currently too high, which means the system is holding more water than it is designed to manage safely.. It appears on 4 Saunier Duval models in our database.
Technical description: Upper water pressure (>2.7b)
DIY fix possible
Locate a radiator in your home with a bleed valve.Place a cloth or small container under the valve.Use a radiator key to slowly release air and then water until the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler drops back to between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
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Source
Saunier Duval 2.7bar fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Saunier Duval service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026