(October 29, 2010) Nissan, is recalling 2.14 million vehicles worldwide, including 762,000 sold in North America, due to an ignition switch problem that could lead to engine stalling.

The third-largest recall ever for the Japanese automaker, the service action involves much of the company’s line-up, from the March minicar up to the Nissan Armada and Infiniti QX56.

Nissan says it has no reports of any accidents caused by the defect.  In some situations, however, the defect can lead to stalling and the inability to restart the vehicle.

The recall involves vehicles produced in a variety of Nissan plants worldwide, including those in Japan, the U.S., Canada, Spain and Great Britain. 

The recall covers vehicles built between August 2003 and July 2006.

For U.S. motorists, that involves 2004 through 2006 model-year Nissan Armadas, Titans and Infiniti QX56s; and 2005 – 2006 Nissan Frontiers, Pathfinders and Xterras.

A Nissan official noted that the problem involves a specific relay used in the ignition switch module. 

Notices will soon go out to owners of affected vehicles and repairs will be made free of charge.