Vaillant ecoTEC plus aquaPLUS Fault codes & diagnostics

29 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Combi Natural GasLPG 28-32 kW 2003-2009 Discontinued
GC Number 47-044-29

Replaced by: ecoTEC plus 937

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All 29 documented codes

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F.00

Your boiler has lost its connection to the temperature sensor that monitors water flowing through the system, preventing it from heating up safely.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC Thermistor
  • Wiring Harness
  • Main PCB

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F.01

Your boiler has stopped working because one of its internal temperature sensors is unable to send a signal, meaning the system cannot tell if it is safe to heat the water.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness
  • PCB (Printed Circuit Board)

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F.02

Your boiler's hot water sensor has stopped communicating with the main control board, meaning the system can no longer tell how hot your water is.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • DHW NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Sensor Wiring Harness

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F.03

Your boiler has lost communication with the temperature sensor in its internal hot water storage tank, meaning it cannot safely monitor or heat your hot water.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Storage Tank NTC Sensor
  • NTC Wiring Harness

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F.10

Your boiler has detected an electrical fault with the internal sensor that monitors the temperature of the water flowing out to your taps and radiators.

High Engineer only £95-170

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC thermistor
  • NTC sensor wiring loom

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F.11

Your boiler has detected an electrical fault with the sensor that monitors water returning from your radiators, often caused by a faulty part or damaged wiring.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor (sensor)
  • Wiring harness / Connector plug

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F.12

Your boiler has detected a faulty sensor that monitors your hot water temperature, meaning it cannot safely heat water for your taps.

High Engineer only £90-160

Parts commonly replaced

  • Domestic Hot Water (DHW) NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

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F.13

Your boiler's hot water storage tank sensor has developed an electrical fault, meaning the system can no longer monitor or control the temperature of your hot water.

Medium Engineer only £100-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Storage tank NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness connector

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F.20

Your boiler has switched itself off because it has reached an internal temperature that is too high, often caused by a blockage or poor water flow.

High DIY-safe £120-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that all radiator valves are fully open
  2. Ensure the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  3. Press the reset button (flame symbol with a cross) to restart the boiler

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • NTC Temperature Sensor

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F.22

Your boiler has detected that there is not enough water pressure or flow to operate safely, causing it to shut down to prevent overheating.

High DIY-safe £100-£350

What to check first

  1. Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler; it should be between 1 and 1.5 bar.
  2. Locate the filling loop (usually two silver braided hoses) underneath the boiler.
  3. Slowly open the valves to let water into the system until the gauge reaches 1.5 bar, then ensure they are closed tightly.
  4. Press the reset button (indicated by a flame with a cross through it) to restart the boiler.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Pressure Sensor
  • Expansion Vessel

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F.23

Your boiler has detected that the water isn't moving through the system quickly enough, causing it to heat up too fast and shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • NTC Thermistor
  • Pump Cable

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F.24

Your boiler is heating up too quickly because the water inside isn't moving fast enough, usually due to trapped air or a struggling pump.

High DIY-safe £150-£350

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are fully open
  2. Bleed all radiators to remove trapped air from the system
  3. Check the boiler pressure is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar and top up if necessary

Parts commonly replaced

  • Circulation Pump
  • Flow/Return NTC Sensor
  • Automatic Air Vent

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F.27

Your boiler has detected a false flame signal or a communication error between the gas valve and the control board, preventing it from firing up safely.

High Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Gas Valve
  • Ignition Electrodes

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F.28

Your boiler is failing to light the gas flame despite several attempts, meaning you currently have no heating or hot water.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your gas emergency control valve is in the 'on' position.
  2. Verify if other gas appliances in your home, such as a hob, are receiving gas.
  3. If you have a pre-payment meter, check that you have active credit.
  4. Press the 'Reset' button (indicated by a flame with a line through it) for five seconds.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Ignition Electrode
  • Spark Leads
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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F.29

Your boiler has lost its flame while running and cannot manage to relight itself, likely due to a problem with the gas supply.

High DIY-safe £100-350

What to check first

  1. Check if other gas appliances in your home, like a hob, are working correctly.
  2. Ensure your gas meter has credit if you use a prepay system.
  3. Ensure the gas isolation valve under the boiler is fully open.
  4. Press the 'Reset' button (flame symbol with a cross through it) to restart the ignition sequence.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Condensate Trap or Pipe
  • Gas Meter Regulator

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F.32

Your boiler has stopped working because the fan is spinning at the wrong speed, causing the system to lock as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £220-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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F.33

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot confirm that waste gases are being safely vented out of the flue.

High Engineer only £120-£350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air pressure switch
  • Fan assembly
  • Venturi tube

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F.37

Your boiler has stopped working because the fan that helps remove exhaust gases is not spinning at the correct speed.

High Engineer only £250-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Air pressure switch
  • PCB (Main circuit board)

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F.41

Your boiler has lost its settings and doesn't know whether it should be burning natural gas or LPG, causing it to stop working for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £80-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)

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F.42

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical wiring issue or a faulty connection that prevents it from running safely.

High Engineer only £120-£250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wiring harness
  • Main PCB
  • Internal cable loom

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F.43

Your boiler has stopped working because its internal electrical wiring is either loose, damaged, or incorrectly configured.

High Engineer only £120-£280

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wiring harness
  • Main PCB
  • Internal cable loom

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F.60

Your boiler's internal computer has developed a fault and can no longer communicate with the gas valve or control the heating process.

High Engineer only £280-550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Gas Valve Stepper Motor
  • Wiring Loom

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F.61

Your boiler's main control computer or the gas valve connection has suffered an internal electrical failure, preventing the system from operating safely.

High Engineer only £280-550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Gas Valve
  • Wiring Harness

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F.62

Your boiler is still detecting a flame even though it has commanded the gas to turn off.

Emergency Engineer only £180-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas Valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Ionisation Electrode

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F.63

Your boiler’s internal computer has encountered a communication error or electrical fault that is preventing it from running safely.

High Engineer only £250-£550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Internal wiring harness

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F.64

Your boiler has detected a communication error between its internal sensors and the main control board, preventing it from operating safely.

High Engineer only £140-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness

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F.65

Your boiler's internal control board is overheating, causing the system to shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
  • Wiring Harness

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F.67

Your boiler’s internal computer has detected a communication error or a hardware failure within its control system, preventing the boiler from starting.

High Engineer only £280-550

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Operator Interface Control Box

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77 operating states & engineer diagnostics

Not faults — these are normal operating states. Tap to expand.

d.00 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently running at a lower power setting than its maximum capacity, which is a normal operational adjustment rather than a breakdown. d.01 Diagnostic Your boiler is continuing to circulate water after heating has finished to safely cool down the internal components. d.02 Diagnostic Your boiler is temporarily pausing its burner to prevent it from switching on and off too frequently, which helps protect the components from wearing out. d.03 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently showing you exactly how hot the water inside the storage tank is, rather than indicating a fault. d.04 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently showing you the live temperature of the water inside your storage tank rather than an error code. d.05 Diagnostic Your boiler is displaying the current temperature it is aiming for as it heats your water, which is a normal status message rather than a breakdown. d.06 Diagnostic Your boiler is displaying the temperature setting you have selected for your hot water, rather than an actual error. d.08 Diagnostic Your boiler has received a signal from your thermostat or external programmer to start heating your home. d.10 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently reporting whether the internal central heating pump is switched on or off. d.11 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to communicate with or power the external pump that circulates hot water around your heating system. d.12 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently reporting the operational status of the secondary hot water pump, which is often a normal part of the start-up sequence but can indicate a communication delay if it stays on the screen. d.13 Diagnostic Your boiler is reporting a communication issue or a power fault with the external pump that circulates hot water around your taps. d.21 Diagnostic Your boiler is having trouble detecting if the flame has successfully lit, which prevents it from running safely. d.22 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected that a hot water tap is currently turned on or there is a demand for hot water. d.23 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently set to summer mode, which means it will provide hot water but your central heating is switched off. d.24 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to push out exhaust gases safely, which is preventing the system from firing up properly. d.25 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently heating the internal water storage tank to ensure you have hot water ready to use. d.30 Diagnostic Your boiler's control system is checking whether the gas valve is open or closed, which is part of its normal safety process. d.33 Diagnostic Your boiler's fan is not reaching the speed required to safely clear exhaust fumes, preventing the system from starting up. d.34 Diagnostic Your boiler is checking the current speed of the internal fan to ensure it is venting exhaust gases correctly. d.35 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently switching its internal components to test whether it should be sending heat to your radiators or your hot water tank. d.37 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to control the intensity of its flame, which stops it from heating your water and radiators efficiently. d.40 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently displaying the live temperature of the water flowing through the system rather than a fault code. d.41 Diagnostic Your boiler is simply displaying the current temperature of the water returning from your radiators to the unit, rather than indicating a breakdown or fault. d.50 Diagnostic Your boiler has reached its maximum allowed internal temperature and is pausing operation to prevent damage. d.60 Diagnostic Your boiler has shut down because it triggered its safety protection against overheating too many times and requires a professional investigation to find the underlying cause. d.61 Diagnostic Your boiler is displaying a history log showing it has recently experienced one or more system shutdowns due to a persistent fault. d.64 Diagnostic Your boiler is taking longer than usual to light, which may indicate a slight delay in the ignition process or a sensor beginning to age. d.65 Diagnostic Your boiler has failed to light the flame within the time limit it allows for safety reasons. d.67 Diagnostic Your boiler is perfectly fine; it is simply waiting for a few minutes before turning the burner back on to prevent unnecessary wear and tear. d.68 Diagnostic Your boiler has failed to start up because it could not light the gas flame after several automatic attempts. d.69 Diagnostic Your boiler has failed to light the flame several times and has now locked itself out for safety reasons. d.71 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently operating within its standard safety settings regarding the temperature of the water circulating through your radiators. d.72 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the current duration the internal pump runs after your hot water tank has finished heating up. d.76 Diagnostic Your boiler is displaying a status code that indicates the current gas configuration settings, which usually means the system is waiting for or confirming the correct fuel type setup. d.79 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently performing a routine high-temperature cycle to ensure your hot water system is hygienically clean and safe from bacteria. d.80 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the total number of hours your boiler has been heating your home, rather than an indication of a fault. d.81 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the total number of hours your boiler has spent heating water, rather than a sign of a fault. d.82 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the total number of times your boiler has turned on to heat your radiators over its lifetime, rather than indicating a fault. d.83 Diagnostic This is not an error code, but simply a status display showing the total number of times your boiler has initiated a hot water cycle. P.11 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently running a setup program to test its gas pressure and is not in its normal operating mode. P.12 Diagnostic Your boiler is undergoing a temporary waiting process while it determines if the water pressure is high enough to run safely. P.13 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently running a special setup routine to calibrate the gas pressure for Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) operation. S.00 Status Your boiler is working correctly but is currently resting because it hasn't been told to turn on by your thermostat or timer. S.01 Status Your boiler is currently preparing to provide heating and is going through its normal start-up sequence. S.02 Status Your boiler is currently warming up your radiators as part of its normal heating process. S.03 Status Your boiler is currently trying to light the flame to start your central heating. S.4 Status Your boiler is operating normally and is currently heating the water in your radiators. S.04 Status Your boiler is currently working as expected and has successfully lit its flame to provide heating for your home. S.05 Status Your boiler is simply cooling itself down after a period of heating, which is a normal part of its operation. S.06 Status Your boiler is continuing to run its internal fan for a short period to clear out heat or gases after providing heating. S.07 Status Your boiler is briefly keeping the pump running after heating has turned off to help the system cool down safely. S.08 Status Your boiler has reached its required temperature and is taking a short, planned break to prevent it from switching on and off too frequently. S.10 Status Your boiler is operating normally and is currently heating up your hot water because it has detected a demand. S.11 Status Your boiler is currently preparing to provide hot water and is performing a standard check of the fan before ignition. S.13 Status Your boiler is currently trying to light its internal burner to provide you with hot water. S.14 Status Your boiler is working normally and is currently heating up water for your taps. S.15 Status Your boiler is briefly continuing to run the fan and pump after you have finished using hot water to safely cool down the internal components. S.16 Status Your boiler's fan is staying on for longer than usual after you have used hot water to help cool the internal components down. S.17 Status Your boiler is temporarily running the pump to move excess heat away from the hot water heat exchanger after use. S.20 Status Your boiler is currently heating up the internal hot water storage tank and is operating normally. S.21 Status Your boiler is currently busy heating up the internal hot water storage tank so you have plenty of hot water ready for use. S.23 Status Your boiler is currently heating up the internal hot water storage tank so it is ready for you to use. S.24 Status Your boiler is currently working correctly to heat up the internal water tank for your taps and shower. S.25 Status Your boiler is currently cooling down its internal components after heating up your hot water tank. S.26 Status Your boiler is currently running the internal fan to move heat from the burner into your hot water storage tank. S.27 Status Your boiler is briefly running the pump after heating your hot water cylinder to move excess heat away and protect the internal components. S.28 Status Your boiler is taking a temporary break to prevent the system from turning on and off too frequently while it heats the internal hot water storage tank. S.30 Status Your boiler is working fine, but your thermostat or programmer is not telling it to turn the heating on. S.31 Status Your boiler is currently set to summer mode, which means it will provide hot water but has been told not to turn on the central heating. S.32 Status Your boiler has paused because the internal fan is not spinning at the correct speed to safely clear waste gases. S.33 Status Your boiler is struggling to breathe properly because it has detected a problem with the air being pulled in or the exhaust fumes being pushed out. S.34 Status Your boiler has detected very cold temperatures and has automatically turned on its built-in safety mode to prevent the internal pipes from freezing. S.36 Status Your boiler is working fine, but it is currently waiting for a signal from your room thermostat or programmer to tell it to turn the heating on. S.39 Status Your boiler has paused because it detected that the water temperature going into your underfloor heating is too high, preventing damage to your floors. S.53 Status Your boiler has temporarily paused because it cannot sense enough water flow to operate safely. S.54 Status Your boiler has paused briefly because the water inside is heating up too quickly, which usually means the water isn't flowing through the system as fast as it should.