Electrical wiring/fuse
Defect Summary
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011 jetta vehicles, manufactured from march 2010 through march 2011. these vehicles may have an electrical wiring and fuse layout where the converter box is protected by the same fuse used by the signal horn and the anti-theft alarm system. should that fuse be blown, the converter box will be disconnected from the power supply which, in turn, will shut off applications such as the engine management system, lighting system, and wipers.
Safety Consequence
Should this happen while the vehicle is being driven, the engine could stall, or the headlights or wipers could turn off unexpectedly, potentially leading to a crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners when sufficient quantities of repairs kits are available. dealers will separate the wiring for the horn and the theft protection horn from the power supply of the converter box and route the wires to separate fuses to correct the condition free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during april 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
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FAQ: Recall 11V196000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V196000?
NHTSA recall 11V196000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 29, 2011. It addresses: Electrical wiring/fuse. The recall affects approximately 71,043 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V196000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.