BoilerFaultCodesWorcester Bosch EA 227 Fault Code
Also written as EA227 — same fault.
The Worcester Bosch EA 227 fault code means: your boiler has tried to light but cannot detect a flame, or the flame is going out shortly after starting, which has caused the system to stop working for safety.. It appears on 14 Worcester Bosch models in our database.
Technical description: No flame detected or flame signal loss during operation
DIY fix possible
Check if your gas supply is turned on at the meterCheck if any other gas appliances (like a hob) are working correctlyPress and hold the reset button for five secondsIn freezing weather, check if the white plastic condensate pipe outside is frozen and thaw it with warm water
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Gas Safe Register →Worcester Bosch models that show the EA 227 fault code
Click a model for the full fault code list and model-specific repair notes.
- 24 RSF Repair: £120-£350
- 26 CDi Xtra Repair: £100-£350
- 30i Junior Repair: £100-£350
- 35 RSF Repair: £90-280
- Danesmoor Repair: £120-350
- Greenstar 12i System Repair: £120-250
- Greenstar 12i System Repair: £120-250
- Greenstar CDi Compact Repair: £150-350
- Greenstar i Repair: £150-300
- Greenstar i Repair: £120-250
- Heatslave Repair: £120-350
- Hideaway Repair: £120-£350
- Junior 24i Repair: £90-£250
- Junior 28i Repair: £100-280
Source
Worcester Bosch EA 227 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