HIGH SMOKE NUMBER Emergency

Worcester Bosch HIGH SMOKE NUMBER Fault Code

Also written as HIGHSMOKENUMBER — same fault.

The Worcester Bosch HIGH SMOKE NUMBER fault code means: your boiler is burning fuel improperly, which indicates the system is producing harmful exhaust fumes and needs an urgent inspection to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.. It appears on 7 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: Air intake/flue blocked; Incorrect combustion settings; Oil pressure incorrect; Incorrect components used on combustion head; Faulty nozzle
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 HIGH SMOKE NUMBER fault code

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Source

Worcester Bosch HIGH SMOKE NUMBER 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