Worcester Bosch Highflow CDi Fault codes & diagnostics

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

Combi Natural GasLPG 29-44 kW 2008-2015 Discontinued
GC Numbers 47-406-2547-406-2747-406-2447-406-26

Replaced by: Greenstar 8000 Lifestyle

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1 Emergency 13 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
47-406-25 Greenstar Highflow 550 CDi 2008–2015
47-406-27 Greenstar Highflow 550 CDi 2008–2015
47-406-24 Greenstar Highflow 440 CDi 2008–2015
47-406-26 Greenstar Highflow 440 CDi 2008–2015

All 14 documented codes

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A5

Your boiler is having trouble measuring the temperature of the water stored in its internal hot water tank, which means it cannot reliably provide hot water.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor
  • Wiring harness

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A7

Your boiler is having trouble sensing the temperature of your hot water supply, which means it cannot heat your taps or shower correctly.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Domestic Hot Water (DHW) NTC sensor

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A8

Your boiler's internal computer is having trouble talking to its main control unit, which prevents it from operating correctly.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Control unit
  • Wiring harness
  • PCB

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b1

Your boiler's internal computer is failing to communicate with a small identity chip, which prevents it from knowing how to operate correctly.

High Engineer only £150-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Code plug
  • PCB (Main control board)

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b7

Your boiler's main control computer is experiencing an internal electronic fault and has stopped the system from operating to keep you safe.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Control Unit

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C6

Your boiler has detected that the internal fan responsible for safely venting exhaust gases is not working correctly, causing the system to stop heating to ensure your safety.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Fan assembly
  • Wiring harness
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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D3

Your boiler has detected that the water temperature has risen too high and has safely shut itself down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC temperature sensor
  • Central heating pump
  • Primary heat exchanger

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D5

Your boiler has detected that waste water cannot drain away properly, so it has shut down to prevent internal water damage.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • Condensate trap
  • Condensate siphon
  • Condensate pipework

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D6

Your boiler has detected that the water stored inside its internal heating tank has become too hot, causing the system to shut down for safety.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC thermistor
  • Heatbank temperature sensor
  • Pump

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E2

Your boiler's temperature sensor is faulty, meaning it cannot accurately read how hot the water is, so it has safely shut down to prevent overheating.

High Engineer only £120-220

Parts commonly replaced

  • NTC Temperature Sensor

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E9

Your boiler has detected that it has become dangerously overheated and has safely shut itself down to prevent internal damage.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Overheat thermostat
  • Central heating pump
  • Diverter valve
  • PCB

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F0

Your boiler's computer system has encountered a major internal software or hardware failure and can no longer operate safely.

High Engineer only £250-500

Parts commonly replaced

  • Main PCB
  • Control Unit

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F1

Your boiler has detected an internal software error and has automatically shut down to prevent incorrect operation.

High Engineer only £250-450

Parts commonly replaced

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)

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F7

Your boiler is continuing to detect a flame even after it has attempted to turn off, which indicates a serious safety issue that requires immediate professional attention.

Emergency Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Gas valve
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
  • Flame detection electrode

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