Ideal Mexico HE Fault codes & diagnostics

11 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Regular Natural Gas 15-36 kW 2001 onwards Discontinued
GC Numbers 41-415-2041-429-3941-429-6541-429-9841-429-9941-392-88

Replaced by: Mexico HE (2013-present) or Mexico Linea

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1 Emergency 10 High

Which version do you have?

The GC number on your boiler's data badge identifies the exact appliance and production years, as recorded in the UK Product Characteristics Database.

GC number Appliance (register name) Produced
41-415-20 Mexico HE 36 2005–present
41-429-39 Mexico HE15 2005–present
41-429-65 Mexico HE18 2005–present
41-429-98 Mexico HE 24 2005–present
41-429-99 Mexico HE 30 2005–present
41-392-88 Mexico Slimline RS 445 2001–present

All 11 documented codes

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78

Your boiler has detected a communication issue with the sensor that monitors the temperature of the exhaust fumes, causing it to shut down for safety reasons.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue thermistor sensor
  • Wiring harness
  • PCB

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79

Your boiler is struggling to operate because the electrical supply wires have been connected in the wrong order.

High Engineer only £100-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB

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Automatic Shutdown

Your boiler has switched off because water produced during the heating process cannot drain away properly, likely due to a blockage in the pipe leading outside.

High Engineer only £90-180

Parts commonly replaced

  • Condensate trap
  • Condensate pipework
H9

Your boiler has sensed that the exhaust gases are getting too hot and has shut down as a safety precaution to prevent internal damage.

High Engineer only £120-400

Parts commonly replaced

  • Heat Exchanger (Cleaning/Descaling)
  • Flue Thermistor
  • Main PCB

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H9/L9

Your boiler has detected that the gases venting out of your home are getting too hot, so it has safely shut itself down to prevent damage or safety issues.

Emergency Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Flue gas overheat sensor
  • Heat exchanger
  • Pump

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HE

Your boiler's internal computer has encountered a critical electronic failure and can no longer control the heating process safely.

High Engineer only £280-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Wiring Harness

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L-A

Your boiler has become too hot and has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage and ensure safety.

High DIY-safe £120-280

What to check first

  1. Check that your radiator valves are open
  2. Ensure there is enough water pressure in the system (usually between 1 and 1.5 bar on the gauge)
  3. Once the boiler has cooled down, press the reset button on the front control panel

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat Thermostat
  • Circulation Pump
  • Thermistor
L-F

Your boiler has failed to light or maintain a flame, meaning your heating and hot water have stopped working.

High DIY-safe £120-350

What to check first

  1. Check if other gas appliances, like a hob, are working to ensure gas is reaching your home
  2. Check if your gas meter has credit
  3. Press the 'Reset' button on the boiler control panel

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition Electrode
  • Gas Valve
  • Ionisation Lead
  • Ignition PCB
L9

Your boiler has shut down because the internal gases have reached a temperature that is dangerously high for the system.

High Engineer only £150-£450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main Heat Exchanger
  • Flue Thermistor
  • Pump

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Overheat condition

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot and has automatically switched itself off to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat thermostat
  • Pump
  • Primary heat exchanger
  • PCB
Red operational light 2 (E)

Your boiler has failed to start its burner multiple times and has safely shut itself down to prevent a gas build-up.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB (Printed Circuit Board)

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