High
F.326 on Vaillant ecoTEC plus 940 VUI 30/40CS/1-5

Your boiler has detected that multiple internal water-control parts are failing to respond properly, which usually shuts down the system to prevent damage.

Call an engineer soon

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

What the manual says

Manufacturer manual

The hydraulic sensor and actuator test has detected at least two hydraulic components that are not working.

From this model's manual
Verified against the Vaillant/Vaillant Vaillantpro 0020308121 05 Ecotecplus Storage Combi Installation installation & service manual.
Plain-English guidance below. Severity, DIY steps, costs and parts are our interpretation to help you act, not text from the manual.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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