Two automakers issue recalls over brake fluid leak

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Two automakers are recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles in the United States.

Hyundai and Kia issued recalls in order to fix a brake fluid leak that could potentially cause an engine fire.

The recalls cover more than 440,000 Kia Optima midsize sedans from 2013 through 2015 and Kia Sorento SUVs from 2014 and 2015. Also covered are 203,000 Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs from 2013 to 2015.

The automakers say brake fluid can leak inside a hydraulic control unit for the anti-lock brakes, possibly causing an electrical short that can lead to fires.

Hyundai said it had 15 reports of engine fires caused by fluid leaks and Kia said it had eight reports. Neither automaker reported any injuries.

Kia's recall is set to start Oct. 15 and Hyundai's will start Oct. 23.

To see if your vehicle is part of a recall, you can enter your vehicle's VIN on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website.