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Vaillant Burner lockout indicator (red) Fault Code

Also written as BURNERLOCKOUTINDICATORRED — same fault.

The Vaillant Burner lockout indicator (red) fault code means: your boiler has stopped working because it failed to ignite, which could be due to a gas supply issue, a lack of water pressure, or an internal mechanical fault.. It appears on 1 Vaillant model in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Illuminates if the burner fails to light within 10 seconds of the ignition indicator. This light will also illuminate if the burner has been prevented from lighting due to lack of water or poor water circulation.
Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Vaillant models that show the Burner lockout indicator (red) fault code

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Source

Vaillant Burner lockout indicator (red) fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Vaillant service / installation manuals for each affected model.

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