2022-2024 Hyundai MSLA Feature: Speed Limit Assist Guide
This guide explains Hyundai's Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA) feature for 2022-2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz owners. Learn how to activate, use, and disengage MSLA to help avoid exceeding speed limits, along with important safety information.

S'applique également à
- Hyundai Santa Cruz
- 2022–2024
- Hyundai Tucson
- 2022–2023
Hyundai is providing important information to owners of 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles regarding the Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA) feature. This driver-assistance system is designed to help you set and maintain a maximum speed, assisting in avoiding unintended speeding.
Understanding the Hyundai MSLA Feature
The Hyundai MSLA feature allows drivers to set a specific maximum speed for their vehicle. This can be particularly useful for adhering to speed limits or managing speed in certain driving conditions. The system aims to provide a helpful tool for drivers to stay within desired speed parameters.
Activating the Manual Speed Limit Assist
To activate the Hyundai MSLA feature, locate the driving assist button on your steering wheel. Press and hold this button for approximately 1.5 to 3 seconds. Once activated, a "SPEED LIMIT" indicator will illuminate on your instrument cluster, displaying the set speed next to it, for example, "LIMIT 20 MPH".
Behavior When Exceeding the Set Speed
If you surpass the preset speed limit while the Hyundai MSLA feature is active, the "SPEED LIMIT" indicator will begin to blink, and an audible chime will sound. These warnings will continue until your vehicle's speed returns to within the set limit. It's important to note that this warning behavior will only occur if you depress the accelerator pedal beyond a specific pressure point, which activates the vehicle's kickdown function.
Disengaging and Turning Off MSLA
There are two ways to stop the Hyundai MSLA feature from actively limiting your speed. To temporarily disengage the system, press the pause/resume button. If you wish to completely turn off the MSLA feature, press the driving assist button again.
Special Operating Conditions
If the Hyundai MSLA feature is turned on while your vehicle is not moving or is traveling at a speed slower than 20 mph, the system will automatically set the maximum speed limit to 20 mph. This ensures a safe default setting when the vehicle is stationary or moving slowly.
Safe Steering Methods
For optimal control and safety while driving, Hyundai recommends the following safe steering practices:
- Adjust your driver's seat as far to the rear as possible while still maintaining full ability to control the vehicle.
- Place both hands on opposite sides of the steering wheel.
- Utilize one of the three recognized safe steering methods: hand-to-hand steering, hand-over-hand steering, or one-hand steering.
Important Information for Owners
Hyundai advises owners to keep this informational letter in their vehicle's glove compartment. It serves as a convenient refresher for safe driving practices and provides quick access to details about the Hyundai MSLA feature should you need it. For more comprehensive information, you can visit HyundaiHowTos.com/videos/manual-speed-limit-assist-hyundai-3 or access your Owner's Manual via MyHyundai.com. For any questions, the Hyundai Call Center is available at 1-800-633-5151.
NHTSA ID: 11018870
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA) feature in my Hyundai?
- The Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA) is a driver-assistance feature available in certain 2022-2024 Hyundai models like the Tucson and Santa Cruz. It allows you to set a maximum speed to help you avoid unintentionally exceeding speed limits.
- How do I activate the Hyundai MSLA feature?
- To activate the Hyundai MSLA feature, press and hold the driving assist button on your steering wheel for approximately 1.5 to 3 seconds. A "SPEED LIMIT" indicator will then appear on your instrument cluster.
- What happens if I go over the set speed limit with MSLA active?
- If you exceed the preset speed limit, the "SPEED LIMIT" indicator will blink, and a chime will sound until your speed returns to the set limit. This warning occurs specifically if you've pressed the accelerator pedal beyond the kickdown point.
- How can I turn off or disengage the Hyundai MSLA feature?
- You can disengage the Hyundai MSLA feature temporarily by pressing the pause/resume button. To completely turn off the system, press the driving assist button again.
- What should I do if I have more questions about my Hyundai MSLA feature?
- For more information, you can visit HyundaiHowTos.com/videos/manual-speed-limit-assist-hyundai-3, check your Owner's Manual on MyHyundai.com, or call the Hyundai Call Center at 1-800-633-5151.
What Hyundai Tucson owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 22 model years.
- 6,738
- Owner complaints
- 37
- Recalls
- 564
- Service bulletins
- 276
- Crashes reported
- 145
- Fires reported
- 256
- Injuries reported
The 2024 model year
152 complaints, the 14th most of 22 model years on file. Owners reported 18 crashes, 0 fires and 12 injuries for this year, which also has 4 recalls on file.
Vehicle Speed Control, the system this article covers, accounts for 410 of 6,738 complaints (6%), including 16 for 2024.
Complaints by model year
| 2012 | 255 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 266 | |
| 2015 | 229 | |
| 2016 | 1,626 | |
| 2017 | 1,095 | |
| 2018 | 399 | |
| 2019 | 385 | |
| 2022 | 509 | |
| 2024 | 152 | |
| 2025 | 451 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 2,451
- Power Train — 1,273
- Electrical System — 849
- Service Brakes — 761
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 432
Latest recalls for the 2024 model year
- 25V893000 — Trailer Hitches (Dec 2025) — Park outside
- 24V412000 — Steering (Jun 2024)
- 23V556000 — Equipment (Aug 2023)
Recent owner reports about vehicle speed control
I am submitting this complaint to report a potential safety concern involving the Forward Safety (Collision-Avoidance) System and Smart Cruise Control System in my Hyundai vehicle.
Read owner complaints →This has happened twice now. When going at a low speed, once in traffic, once while performing a U-turn, while braking, the car is trying to accelerate. I have to practically stand on the brake pedal to avoid the car lurching forward.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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