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Worcester Bosch 282 Fault Code

The Worcester Bosch 282 fault code means: your boiler is struggling to move water around the system because the pump isn't detecting enough pressure when it starts up.. It appears on 1 Worcester Bosch model in our database.

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Technical description: Pump pressure increase too low
Typical repair cost £180-350 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boilerIf the pressure is below 1 bar, use the filling link to top it up to 1.5 barBleed any trapped air from your radiatorsRestart the boiler using the reset button

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Worcester Bosch models that show the 282 fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch 282 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 27 April 2026