04 Medium

Sime 04 Fault Code

The Sime 04 fault code means: your boiler has detected a problem with the temperature sensor that measures your hot water, which means it cannot properly regulate the temperature of your taps and showers.. It appears on 4 Sime models in our database.

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This fault should be looked at by a Gas Safe engineer within the next week or two. It may get worse if left.

Technical description: Domestic hot water sensor (SS) fault
Typical repair cost £90-180 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Sime models that show the 04 fault code

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Source

Sime 04 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Sime service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 31 August 2026