Vaillant ecoTEC Pro 30 Fault codes & diagnostics

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

Combi Natural Gas 30 kW 2006-present

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Communication fault

Your boiler's internal computer is unable to talk to its display panel, meaning the system has stopped working to protect itself.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Display interface cable
  • User interface module

Related codes

con

Your boiler's internal computer is having trouble talking to its main control board, which is preventing it from starting up correctly.

High Engineer only £200-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness
  • User interface board

Related codes

F.00

Your boiler has stopped working because it has lost the connection to the sensor that monitors the temperature of the water flowing through your heating system.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Flow Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.01

Your boiler has lost the signal from the sensor that monitors the temperature of the water returning to the unit, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return NTC thermistor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.10

Your boiler has stopped working because a sensor that measures the water temperature is providing an incorrect electrical signal that the system cannot understand.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor (NTC)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.11

Your boiler has identified a faulty electrical signal from the pipe that carries water back from your radiators, preventing it from heating your home reliably.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Return temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.13

Your boiler has lost the ability to accurately measure the temperature of the water used for your taps, which means it has stopped heating your hot water to prevent potential overheating.

Medium Engineer only £120-£200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Domestic Hot Water (DHW) NTC thermistor

Related codes

F.20

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot and has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Pump
  • Primary Heat Exchanger

Related codes

F.22

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

High DIY-safe £80-150

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop, which is usually a flexible silver hose with one or two valves underneath the boiler.
  2. Gradually open the valve(s) to let mains water into the system while watching the boiler's pressure gauge.
  3. Stop filling once the needle reaches the green zone, typically between 1.0 and 1.5 bar, then tightly close the valve(s).

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Expansion vessel
  • Pressure sensor

Related codes

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F.23

Your boiler has shut down because the water inside is not circulating properly, causing a significant temperature difference between the water leaving the boiler and the water returning to it.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Heat exchanger

Related codes

F.24

Your boiler has switched itself off because the water inside is heating up much faster than it can circulate away, which often signals a blockage or a pump issue.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Heat exchanger
  • NTC sensor

Related codes

F.25

Your boiler has detected that the exhaust gases are getting dangerously hot and has shut itself down to prevent damage to the internal components.

Emergency Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue gas temperature sensor
  • Heat exchanger
  • PCB

Related codes

F.26

Your boiler is unable to control the flow of gas necessary to ignite the flame, so it has shut down as a safety precaution.

High Engineer only £180-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.27

Your boiler has detected a signal suggesting a flame is present when it should be off, so it has shut itself down as a safety precaution to prevent a potential gas buildup.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Flame rectification electrode
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.28

Your boiler is trying to ignite but cannot get the flame to stay lit, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent gas from escaping.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

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

Related codes

F.29

Your boiler is trying to stay lit but keeps failing, which means it has stopped providing heating and hot water for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £150-£300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

F.32

Your boiler's internal extraction fan is struggling to spin, which prevents it from safely venting exhaust gases and means your heating and hot water will not work.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

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

Related codes

F.49

Your boiler's internal communication system is not receiving the correct electrical signal, which is preventing it from operating correctly.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Wiring harness
  • External eBUS controls

Related codes

F.61

Your boiler has detected an issue with the internal electrical connection that controls the flow of gas, meaning it cannot safely start up.

High Engineer only £200-350

Parts commonly replaced

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

Related codes

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F.62

Your boiler has detected an issue with its internal gas valve and has shut down to ensure your safety.

Emergency Engineer only £200-400

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.63

Your boiler's computer memory has experienced an internal error, which prevents it from operating safely and reliably.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.64

Your boiler has detected an issue with its internal computer or a wiring connection, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.65

Your boiler's main computer board is detecting that its internal components are getting too hot, so it has shut down to protect itself from potential damage.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed circuit board (PCB)
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.67

Your boiler has detected an internal error with its computer chip or the sensor responsible for checking that the flame is lit, meaning it has shut down for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)
  • Flame rectification probe

Related codes

F.68

Your boiler is struggling to keep the internal flame burning steadily, so it has safely shut down to prevent any issues.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flame rectification probe
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

F.70

Your boiler's internal computer has lost its identification settings, preventing it from knowing exactly which heating unit it is.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

F.71

Your boiler is confused because it is getting conflicting or stuck temperature readings, so it has stopped working to prevent potential overheating.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • NTC sensor

Related codes

F.72

Your boiler is struggling because it detects a confusing difference in water temperatures between the two main internal pipes, preventing it from heating your home safely.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow temperature sensor
  • Return temperature sensor
  • NTC thermistors

Related codes

F.73

Your boiler is struggling to detect the water pressure inside the system because the sensor is sending an incorrect signal, which prevents the boiler from firing up safely.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

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F.74

Your boiler's internal computer is receiving a confusing signal about the water pressure, causing it to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Water pressure sensor
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

F.75

Your boiler is struggling to detect a rise in pressure when it turns on, which usually means it cannot confirm that water is successfully circulating through your heating system.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure sensor
  • Central heating pump

Related codes

F.76

Your boiler has detected that it is getting dangerously hot and has shut itself down to prevent damage or fire risk.

Emergency Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Thermal fuse link
  • Heat exchanger
  • Pump

Related codes

F.77

Your boiler is struggling to safely dispose of exhaust gases or water waste, so it has safely shut down to prevent any damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Condensate pump
  • Non-return valve
  • PCB

Related codes

F.78

Your boiler has lost communication with the device that monitors your hot water temperature, causing it to stop producing hot water.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Domestic hot water sensor
  • Wiring harness
  • Link box terminal

Related codes

F.83

Your boiler is not detecting enough water inside the heating system to operate safely, possibly due to trapped air or a circulation problem.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Central heating pump
  • Flow sensor

Related codes

F.84

Your boiler has detected that the water temperature readings at the start and end of its heating circuit do not match up properly, causing it to shut down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flow/Return temperature sensors
  • NTC thermistor
  • Main printed circuit board (PCB)

Related codes

F.85

Your boiler has detected that a temperature probe is not fitted correctly or has become loose, preventing it from accurately reading the water temperature.

High Engineer only £120-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Wiring harness / sensor clip

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P.02

Your boiler is currently running a routine internal test to ensure it is burning fuel efficiently, rather than indicating a fault.

Low Engineer only
P.06

Your boiler is currently in a manual maintenance mode used for filling or draining the system, rather than operating normally.

Low Engineer only
S.00

Your boiler is currently in standby mode because it has not been asked to provide any heating or hot water.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check your room thermostat to ensure the target temperature is set higher than the current room temperature
  2. Ensure your heating programmer or timer is currently in an 'ON' period
  3. Turn on a hot water tap to see if the boiler activates in response

Related codes

S.03

Your boiler is currently trying to light the flame to start your heating, but it is taking a few moments longer than usual to ignite.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Observe the boiler to see if it transitions to code S.04 (Heating mode: Burner ignited)
  2. Check that your gas supply is active and turned on at the meter
  3. Monitor for any lockout fault codes like F.28 if it fails to ignite

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB

Related codes

S.06

Your boiler is currently cooling down its internal components after the heating has been running, which is a normal part of the shutdown process.

Low Engineer only
S.07

Your boiler is simply moving leftover warm water around your heating pipes to distribute the remaining heat, which is a normal part of its cooling-down process.

Low Engineer only
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S.08

Your boiler is perfectly fine; it is currently taking a short, programmed rest to prevent it from switching on and off too frequently.

Low Engineer only
S.13

Your boiler is currently trying to light the flames needed to heat your hot water but is struggling to get them started.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Ignition lead
  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board

Related codes

S.16

Your boiler is simply finishing its cooling process after you recently used the hot water tap, which is a normal part of its operation.

Low Engineer only
S.17

Your boiler is simply finishing a cycle by circulating water to cool itself down, and this is a normal part of the standard shut-down process.

Low Engineer only
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S.23

Your boiler is currently trying to light up to heat your hot water, but hasn't yet successfully started the process.

Medium Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Main PCB

Related codes

S.27

Your boiler is simply finishing its cooling process after you last used the hot tap, and this is a normal part of its operation.

Low Engineer only
S.28

Your boiler is taking a short, scheduled break to prevent the system from getting too hot and wearing out the parts prematurely.

Low Engineer only
S.30

Your boiler is currently waiting for a signal from your room thermostat or smart controller, which is preventing the heating from turning on.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check your room thermostat or smart hub to ensure it is set higher than the current room temperature.
  2. Replace the batteries in your wireless room thermostat if applicable.
  3. Ensure your thermostat is not in 'holiday' or 'summer' mode.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Room thermostat
  • Wiring centre
  • PCB

Related codes

S.31

Your boiler is currently idle because it is set to summer mode or your thermostat is not asking for any heating.

Low DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Check your external thermostat or boiler control panel to see if the heating is turned off or set to 'Summer' mode.
  2. Increase the temperature setting on your room thermostat to see if the boiler activates for central heating.
  3. Verify that the heating timer/programmer is currently set to an ON period.

Related codes

S.32

Your boiler is temporarily pausing because it detected that the internal fan responsible for moving air is not spinning at the exact speed it expects.

Medium Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

Related codes

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S.34

Your boiler has detected that the external temperature is very low and has automatically switched on its internal heater to prevent the pipes from freezing.

Low Engineer only
S.37

Your boiler has detected that the air-intake system has stopped working correctly and is pausing itself to prevent unsafe operation.

High Engineer only £180-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan unit
  • PCB
  • Wiring harness

Related codes

S.39

Your boiler has temporarily stopped firing because a safety switch—often linked to how it drains water or monitors temperature—has triggered a protective shutdown.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Condensate pump
  • External safety thermostat
  • Heat exchanger pressure switch

Related codes

S.41

Your boiler has detected that the water pressure inside the system is getting too high, which may cause a safety relief valve to drip or open.

Medium DIY-safe £80-150

What to check first

  1. Locate your radiators and find a radiator bleed valve with a square nut.
  2. Place a cloth and a container underneath the valve.
  3. Open the bleed valve slowly to release a small amount of water until the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler drops to between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Pressure sensor
  • Expansion vessel

Related codes

S.42

Your boiler has detected a blockage or communication error in its venting system, which is preventing it from safely starting up.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue non-return flap
  • Condensate pump
  • VR 40 relay module

Related codes

S.46

Your boiler is struggling to stay lit at its lowest power setting and has entered a temporary safety pause to prevent damage.

Medium Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ionisation electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Main PCB

Related codes

S.53

Your boiler is temporarily pausing its operation to protect itself because the water is not moving through the system quickly enough.

Medium DIY-safe £90-180

What to check first

  1. Check all your radiator valves are fully open
  2. Ensure your system pressure is at the correct level (usually between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge)
  3. Bleed all radiators to release any trapped air and then top up the pressure again

Parts commonly replaced

  • Central heating pump
  • System filter
  • Diverter valve

Related codes

S.54

Your boiler has temporarily paused to protect itself because the water pressure inside the system is currently too low to run safely.

High DIY-safe

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop (a silver flexi-hose or two small valves) under the boiler.
  2. Gradually open the valves to let water into the system until the pressure gauge on the front reads between 1.0 and 1.5 bar.
  3. Close valves tightly and wait for the boiler to automatically restart.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Expansion vessel
  • Filling loop

Related codes

S.58

Your boiler has temporarily restricted its performance because it is struggling to intake air correctly, likely due to strong winds or an obstruction in the flue.

Low Engineer only £100-200

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue terminal
  • Fan

Related codes

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S.76

Your boiler has stopped working because the water pressure inside the heating system has dropped below the required level.

High DIY-safe £0-120

What to check first

  1. Locate the filling loop, which is usually a silver braided hose under the boiler.
  2. Open the valves at both ends of the hose until you hear water flowing.
  3. Watch the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler until the needle reaches the green area (between 1 and 1.5 bar).
  4. Close both valves tightly and remove the filling loop if it is a detachable type.

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pressure Relief Valve
  • Expansion Vessel
  • Pressure Sensor

Related codes

S.96

Your boiler is currently running a routine self-check of its internal temperature sensors, so it has temporarily paused heating to ensure everything is working correctly.

Low Engineer only
S.97

Your boiler is currently performing a routine automated safety check of its internal sensors and will resume normal operation once the process is complete.

Low Engineer only
S.98

Your boiler is currently performing a brief automatic self-check and will resume normal operation as soon as the test is complete.

Low Engineer only