Vaillant Turbomax Plus Fault codes & diagnostics

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

Combi Natural Gas 24-37 kW 2000-2005 Discontinued

Replaced by: ecoMAX

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F 22

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside the heating system has dropped too low.

High DIY-safe £80-120

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop, which is a silver braided hose with one or two valves underneath your boiler
  2. Slowly open the valves until you hear water flowing and the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler reaches between 1.0 and 1.5 bar
  3. Close the valves tightly and turn the boiler off and on again to clear the fault

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure sensor
  • Pressure relief valve
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

F.00

Your boiler has stopped working because it can no longer accurately read the temperature of the water flowing through the heating system.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

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F.01

Your boiler has stopped working because it cannot accurately measure the temperature of the water returning to it, likely due to a loose wire or a faulty sensor.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

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F.10

Your boiler has detected an electrical fault with the sensor that measures the temperature of the water flowing to your radiators, meaning it has shut down as a precaution to prevent overheating.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

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F.11

Your boiler has detected an electrical fault with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the water returning from your radiators, meaning it has safely shut down to prevent potential overheating.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC sensor
  • Wiring harness

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F.20

Your boiler has automatically turned itself off because it has become dangerously hot and needs to cool down to prevent internal damage.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Pump
  • PCB
  • Diverter Valve

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F.22

Your boiler has detected that there is either not enough water inside the system or that the pump responsible for moving water around is not working properly.

High DIY-safe £120-250

What to check first

  1. Check the system pressure gauge on the front of the boiler to ensure it is between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  2. If the pressure is below 1.0 bar, use the silver filling loop located under the boiler to top up the water pressure.
  3. Once the pressure is in the correct range, turn the boiler off at the fused spur for 30 seconds and switch it back on to reset the fault.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • Pressure sensor
  • Pump cable

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F.23

Your boiler has detected that water is not circulating correctly, which has triggered a safety shut-down to prevent the system from overheating.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • NTC thermistor sensors
  • Main printed circuit board

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F.24

Your boiler has detected that it is not heating the water correctly because it is struggling to move it through the system properly.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • NTC thermistor
  • Flow sensor

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F.27

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical problem preventing it from safely opening the gas supply, meaning it cannot ignite to produce heat or hot water.

High Engineer only £200-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Gas valve
  • Wiring harness

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F.28

Your boiler is failing to light the flame, which means it has safely shut itself down because it cannot start the heating process.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Ignition electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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F.29

Your boiler is failing to light because it cannot get enough gas to produce a steady flame.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Ignition lead
  • Flame sensor electrode
  • Control board

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F.32

Your boiler has detected that the internal fan is not spinning at the correct speed to safely vent exhaust gases, so it has stopped working to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

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

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F.33

Your boiler has detected an issue with the air or exhaust flow needed to run safely and has shut down to protect itself.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Air pressure switch
  • Fan unit
  • Venturi
  • Wiring harness

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F.37

Your boiler is struggling to clear exhaust fumes or draw in fresh air properly, so it has safely shut down to prevent unsafe operation.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan unit
  • Air pressure switch
  • PCB

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F.41

Your boiler has lost its internal electronic memory regarding the type of gas being used, which prevents it from starting up safely.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
F.42

Your boiler is having trouble communicating with its internal electrical wiring, which is preventing it from starting up reliably.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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F.43

Your boiler has detected a problem with its internal wiring connections, meaning it cannot communicate correctly to operate safely.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Wiring harness
  • PCB

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F.60

Your boiler’s internal computer system has encountered a critical electronic error that is preventing it from safely operating.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness lead

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F.61

Your boiler has detected an internal communication error and has safely shut itself down to prevent further damage.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

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F.62

Your boiler has detected that gas is still being sensed inside the unit after it should have switched off, causing it to lock itself down for safety.

Emergency Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Printed circuit board (PCB)

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F.63

Your boiler has detected an internal software or electrical communication error that prevents it from starting safely.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness

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F.64

Your boiler has detected an internal computer or sensor error, which has caused it to shut down for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)
  • Temperature sensors (NTC)
  • Wiring harness

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F.65

Your boiler has detected that its internal control computer is overheating, which may be caused by an electrical wiring issue or a faulty component.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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F.66

Your boiler's electronic control panel is struggling to communicate with the main system, preventing it from operating correctly.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • User interface display unit
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)
  • Communication ribbon cable

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F.67

Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a critical error processing information, preventing it from functioning safely.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

66 operating states & engineer diagnostics

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

d.00 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently operating in a temporary reduced-power mode, which is a normal status indication rather than a fault. d.01 Diagnostic Your boiler is simply running its internal pump for a few minutes after the heating has turned off to move any leftover heat away from the system. d.02 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently taking a short break to prevent the system from overheating, which is a normal part of its operation. d.05 Diagnostic This code is simply showing you the current target temperature setting for your heating water and is not an actual fault with your boiler. d.07 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure or maintain the temperature of the internal 'warmstart' store, which is designed to keep a small amount of water hot for quicker tap delivery. d.08 Diagnostic Your boiler is receiving a standard signal from your thermostat or timer to turn on the heating or hot water, and it is simply confirming that it has understood and is starting the process. d.10 Diagnostic Your boiler's water circulation pump is signaling an issue, which means the system cannot effectively move hot water to your radiators or taps. d.11 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect or control the external pump that pushes water around your radiators, meaning your heating may not be working correctly. d.21 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect the flame that heats your water, causing it to shut down for safety reasons. D.22 Diagnostic Your boiler is simply letting you know that you have turned on a hot water tap and it is preparing to heat the water for you. d.23 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect the position of the dial you use to switch between heating and hot water mode. D.24 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to clear exhaust gases properly, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent any risk. d.25 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently reporting that the internal hot water pre-heating feature is not responding correctly, though this usually does not prevent the boiler from providing heating or hot water on demand. d.30 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to control the gas flow needed to ignite the flame, meaning it cannot safely start up to provide heat or hot water. d.33 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to detect that its internal fan is spinning at the correct speed, which prevents it from safely igniting. d.34 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to confirm that the internal fan is spinning at the correct speed to safely vent exhaust gases. d.35 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to switch between heating your home and heating your hot water because an internal valve is stuck. d.37 Diagnostic Your boiler is having difficulty communicating with the gas valve, meaning it cannot reliably adjust the flame to heat your water or radiators. d.40 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the current temperature of the water circulating inside your heating system rather than an actual fault. d.41 Diagnostic Your boiler is simply reporting the current temperature of the water returning to the system, which is a standard operational reading rather than an active fault. d.50 Diagnostic Your boiler is simply displaying the current temperature of the water flowing through your heating pipes, rather than indicating a breakdown. d.60 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected that it has shut itself down due to overheating multiple times, indicating that heat is not being moved away from the boiler properly. d.61 Diagnostic Your boiler has recorded several failed attempts to start up recently and has now locked itself out for safety reasons. d.64 Diagnostic Your boiler is noting that the burner is taking slightly longer than expected to light, which may indicate it is struggling to ignite smoothly. d.65 Diagnostic Your boiler has failed to light the flame after several attempts and has now locked itself out to prevent gas from building up inside the unit. d.67 Diagnostic Your boiler is currently in a brief, automatic resting phase to prevent excessive wear and tear, and it will start heating again on its own once this timer finishes. d.68 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to start because it has failed to ignite the gas several times in a row. d.69 Diagnostic Your boiler has failed to start up several times in a row and has locked itself out as a safety precaution. d.71 Diagnostic Your boiler has detected that the water temperature is being restricted to a limit that prevents it from heating your home or water effectively. d.72 Diagnostic Your boiler is momentarily running its internal pump to ensure the stored hot water temperature is maintained, which is a normal part of its standby operation. d.73 Diagnostic Your boiler is struggling to accurately measure or maintain the temperature of the water kept inside for instant hot water delivery. d.75 Diagnostic Your boiler has stopped producing hot water because it has been running for too long without reaching the requested temperature, and it has timed out to protect itself. d.76 Diagnostic Your boiler's electronic control system is showing an error because its internal fuel configuration settings are not correctly recognised. d.80 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the total number of hours your boiler has been running for heating since it was installed. d.81 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing the total number of hours your boiler has spent heating your hot water, rather than indicating a fault. d.82 Diagnostic This code is not an error message; it is simply a display showing the total number of times your boiler has switched its heating cycle on and off over its lifetime. d.83 Diagnostic This code is simply an information display showing how many times your hot water system has started up, rather than an indication of a fault. S.00 Status Your boiler is currently in standby mode because it has not been asked to provide any heating or hot water at this moment. S.01 Status Your boiler is currently performing a normal startup routine where it clears air from the flue before igniting the flame. S.02 Status Your boiler is currently preparing to fire up for heating and is circulating water to check the system, which is a normal part of the start-up sequence. S.03 Status Your boiler is currently trying to light the flame to start your heating, but it has not yet successfully triggered the ignition. S.04 Status Your boiler is currently working correctly and is successfully burning fuel to heat your radiators. S.05 Status Your boiler is currently cooling itself down after use and is operating exactly as it should to protect its internal parts. S.07 Status Your boiler is currently running its internal pump to move residual heat out of the system after a heating cycle, which is a normal part of the shutdown process. S.08 Status Your boiler is perfectly fine and is simply taking a short, scheduled break to prevent the heating system from overheating. S.10 Status Your boiler is currently working exactly as it should and is simply letting you know that it is heating your hot water. S.11 Status Your boiler is currently initiating the start-up sequence for hot water and is preparing its internal air ventilation system to safely begin heating. S.13 Status Your boiler is currently trying to light the gas flame to heat your water, but it is taking a little longer than expected to complete the process. S.14 Status Your boiler is currently operating normally to provide hot water to your taps and shower. S.16 Status Your boiler is currently running its fan to safely clear out heat after you finished using your hot water. S.17 Status Your boiler is simply performing a routine safety cycle to clear excess heat after you have finished using hot water, and no action is required. S.20 Status Your boiler is currently working exactly as it should by keeping a small amount of water pre-heated so that your hot water taps run warm immediately when turned on. S.21 Status Your boiler is simply preparing to heat your water and is not experiencing a fault. S.23 Status Your boiler is currently trying to light its internal burner to prepare hot water for you. S.24 Status Your boiler is currently performing a normal routine task to ensure hot water is ready for you when you turn on the tap. S.27 Status Your boiler is currently running its internal pump to move leftover warm water around the system, which is a normal part of its cooling down process. S.28 Status Your boiler is currently in a short waiting period to prevent it from switching on and off too frequently, which is a normal protective feature. S.30 Status Your boiler is currently idle because it is not receiving a signal from your thermostat or timer to turn on the heating. S.31 Status Your boiler is currently set to 'Summer mode,' which means it is waiting to provide hot water but has temporarily turned off the central heating. S.32 Status Your boiler has detected an issue with its internal air-flow fan and has temporarily shut itself down to prevent potential damage from freezing conditions. S.33 Status Your boiler has detected an issue with the air intake or exhaust system, meaning it cannot safely vent fumes or pull in the air needed to burn fuel correctly. S.34 Status Your boiler has detected very low temperatures and is running its internal heater to prevent the pipes from freezing. S.36 Status Your boiler is currently sitting idle because it is not receiving a signal from your thermostat or timer to turn on the heating. S.39 Status Your boiler has detected that the water temperature in your underfloor heating circuit has become too hot and has safely shut down to prevent damage to your floor. S.53 Status Your boiler has temporarily paused to protect itself because it has detected that the water pressure inside your heating system is currently too low. S.54 Status Your boiler has temporarily paused to protect itself because the water temperature inside it rose much faster than expected.