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F.11

F.11 — Return NTC short circuit

Vaillant · ecoTEC plus Boilers

What does F.11 mean?

The boiler has detected a short circuit in the return NTC (Negative Temperature Coefficient) sensor. This indicates a fault with the sensor itself or a short in its wiring, leading to incorrect temperature readings.

Common Causes

  • NTC sensor defective.
  • Short circuit in the cable harness.
  • Cable short-circuiting against the casing.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Reset the boiler by pressing the reset button.

  2. 2

    Power off the boiler, wait a moment, then power it back on.

  3. 3

    If the error persists, contact a qualified service technician to inspect or replace the return NTC sensor and its wiring.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

F.0F.0 — Flow–NTC open circuitF.1F.1 — Return–NTC open circuitF.10F.10 — Flow NTC short circuit
Source: Vaillant ecoTEC plus Boilers
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