Worcester Bosch 276 Fault Code
The Worcester Bosch 276 fault code means: your boiler has detected that the water inside it has become dangerously hot and has temporarily shut itself down to prevent damage.. It appears on 1 Worcester Bosch model in our database.
Technical description: Flow temperature exceeds 95°C Primary overheat - boiler waits for temperature to reduce; if not it becomes a Locking error.
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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026