Flash High

Worcester Bosch Flash Fault Code

Also written as FLASH — same fault.

The Worcester Bosch Flash fault code means: your boiler is failing to light the flame needed to produce heat or hot water, causing it to lock itself out for safety.. It appears on 1 Worcester Bosch model 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: If the boiler fails to light the BLUE power indicator (M) and reset button (E) will flash alternately.
Typical repair cost £150-350 (including labour)

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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 Flash fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch Flash 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