S.14 Medium

Vaillant S.14 Fault Code

Also written as S14 — same fault.

The Vaillant S.14 fault code means: your boiler is confused and thinks you are asking for hot water even though your taps are turned off, preventing the heating from starting.. It appears on 46 Vaillant 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: Hot water demand via fan sensor error

What causes the Vaillant S.14 fault?

This fault occurs when the boiler's internal flow sensor incorrectly detects that water is running through the hot water pipes, even when all your taps are closed. The most common reason is a sticking internal component or a faulty sensor that is sending a false signal to the boiler's brain. Because the boiler thinks you are prioritising a hot bath or shower, it refuses to switch over to provide heat for your radiators.

Typical repair cost £100-220 (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 S.14 fault code

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Source

Vaillant S.14 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