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Samsung Washing machine error SUD

The washer detected excessive suds.

Error codeSUDAlso: SUd, 5UD, Sd, 5d, SUdS, 5Ud5
Usually safe to checkSamsung states that the washer pauses to let excess suds dissipate and that the code normally reflects incorrect detergent use rather than a service fault.

Coverage: Samsung washers using the listed over-sudsing displays.

What this code usually means

Samsung states that the washer pauses to let excess suds dissipate and that the code normally reflects incorrect detergent use rather than a service fault.

BrandSamsung
ApplianceWashing machine
ConfidenceManufacturer sourced

Safe checks, in order

  1. 1Allow the washer to complete its automatic suds-reduction pause.
  2. 2Use only the detergent type specified in the model manual.
  3. 3Reduce the dose for concentrated detergent and future small loads.

Common symptoms

  • Cycle pauses temporarily
  • Excess foam is visible
  • Code may flash again at cycle end

Possible causes

  • Too much detergent
  • Non-HE detergent in an HE washer
  • Detergent concentration was misread

Stop and get qualified help when

  • Foam or water leaks from the appliance
  • The code persists with correct detergent and dosage
Primary sourceSamsung USA — washer error codes ↗Verified 2026-07-17 · manufacturer