E9 224 Emergency

Worcester Bosch E9 224 Fault Code

Also written as E9224 — same fault.

The Worcester Bosch E9 224 fault code means: your boiler has switched itself off because it has detected an unsafe temperature or a blockage in the exhaust flue, preventing it from operating safely.. It appears on 13 Worcester Bosch models in our database.

Act immediately

Turn off your boiler and stop using gas appliances. Call a Gas Safe engineer now. This fault can be dangerous if ignored.

Technical description: Flue or high limit thermostat activated (safety circuit)
Typical repair cost £150-300 (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 E9 224 fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch E9 224 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