Group 1, 3 flashes High

Worcester Bosch Group 1, 3 flashes Fault Code

Also written as GROUP13FLASHES — same fault.

The Worcester Bosch Group 1, 3 flashes fault code means: your boiler is failing to detect the gas supply component, meaning it cannot safely ignite to provide heating or hot water.. 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: Gas valve error. Gas valve coil disconnected. Check gas valve.
Typical repair cost £180-350 (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 Group 1, 3 flashes fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch Group 1, 3 flashes 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