261 / EA High

Worcester Bosch 261 / EA Fault Code

Also written as 261EA — same fault.

The Worcester Bosch 261 / EA fault code means: your boiler is failing to ignite because it cannot detect a flame, likely due to a gas supply issue or a blockage in the ventilation system.. It appears on 3 Worcester Bosch models 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: First Safety timing error
Typical repair cost £150-350 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Worcester Bosch models that show the 261 / EA fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch 261 / EA fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Worcester Bosch service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026