Worcester Bosch 2980: fault 2980 on Greenstar 8000 models
Checked against Worcester Bosch's own documentation: Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000+ user instructions. Last reviewed October 2026. How we check
Engineer only
Worcester's Greenstar 8000+ user instructions say that if fault 2980 shows on the display, you should contact a qualified heating engineer immediately.
What you can safely do
There is nothing you can safely do yourself with this one. Leave the boiler off and book an engineer.
Before you book an engineer
- Write down the code exactly as the display shows it: 2980.
- Find your boiler's model name. It is usually on the front panel or in the user manual. The table below shows why it matters: Worcester Bosch codes can mean different things on different models.
- Note when it started and what the boiler was doing (heating, hot water, or starting up).
- If the boiler is still under warranty, check your warranty paperwork before you book anyone.
Call a Gas Safe engineer if
- Contact a qualified, Gas Safe registered heating engineer straight away, as Worcester instructs.
Applies to Greenstar 8000+. Codes can differ between models, so check your manual.