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Rheem error codes

The complete list of Rheem fault codes shown on the display, each with what it means and the page that explains how it is diagnosed and fixed.

12documented codes
12with documented causes
6.9TroubleAtlas Score
Rheem boiler with the fault code shown on the display
Quick Answer

Rheem heating appliances display 12 documented error codes. Each code below opens its own page with the official meaning, the documented causes, the safety assessment and the parts involved.

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All Rheem Error Codes

12 codes, each with its own page. Click a code to open the meaning, the documented causes and the repair.

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What Fails Most Often on Rheem

Grouped from the official meaning of each of the 12 codes above — not from opinion. The number is how many different fault codes point at that component.

ComponentCodesExamples
Temperature Sensor3A033, A035, A036
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Parts & Prices

The parts most often involved in the Rheem faults listed above.

Temperature sensor (NTC)
OEM Part · Rheem
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Ignition / spark electrode
OEM Part · Rheem
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Gas valve assembly
OEM Part · Rheem
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Compatible Temperature sensor (NTC)
Compatible · Generic
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Compatible Ignition / spark electrode
Compatible · Generic
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Compatible Gas valve assembly
Compatible · Generic
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Reconditioned Temperature sensor (NTC)
Used / Tested · Rheem
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Reconditioned Ignition / spark electrode
Used / Tested · Rheem
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Reconditioned Gas valve assembly
Used / Tested · Rheem
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Prices and availability vary by region and are shown by the retailer, not by TroubleAtlas.

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Diagnostic Tools

What an engineer uses to work through the codes on this page.

Digital Multimeter (TRUE RMS)

For testing electrode resistance and PCB voltages

$35–$80 View price

Gas Leak Detector

Essential for checking connections after any gas valve work

$25–$45 View price

Manometer / Pressure Gauge

To measure gas inlet and burner pressure

$40–$90 View price

Combustion Analyzer

For verifying flue gas readings after repair

$180–$350 View price
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TroubleAtlas Score — Rheem

TROUBLEATLAS · SCORE INDEPENDENT · VERIFIED ★★ TA 6.9/10

How Rheem scores

Documentation6.4/10
Maintenance8.9/10
Safety5.3/10

Independently assessed across six dimensions from the documentation, the fault codes and the parts network. Based on 52 error codes across 5 appliances.

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Written by TroubleAtlas Technical Team · Last updated: 2026-08-02 · Sources: manufacturer service documentation · How we verify
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