How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Jetta?

NHTSA lists 205 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, which is 34% of the 607 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2011 Jetta?

Yes. Recall 11V196000, filed in March 2011, covers a wiring and fuse layout issue where the converter box shares a fuse improperly. A later recall, 19V615000 from 2019, also covers 2011-2018 Jetta electrical components.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up on the 2011 Jetta?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2011 Jetta is 60,000 miles.

Did the 2011 Jetta's electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 7 crashes, 4 fires, and 3 injuries tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Jetta.

Is the 2011 Jetta worse than other Jetta years for electrical problems?

Among Jetta model years listed, 2011 has the highest share of complaints tied to the Electrical System at 34%, compared to 28% in 2010 and 29% in 2012.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 205 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 34% of all 607 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 60,000. Two recalls cover related wiring and fuse issues.

Electrical System complaints: 205; 34% of 607
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 60,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Fuse panel and wiring harness overheating, in some cases melting near the fuse box and triggering burning smells or dashboard smoke.
Horn failing to activate or working intermittently, including one case reported alongside a crash.
Ignition lock cylinder and key lock solenoid malfunctioning, allowing the key to be removed or fall out while the car was not in park.
Bulb failure warning light illuminating sporadically at highway speed, traced by dealers to an overheated, melted fuse panel.
Vehicle stalling at low speed with traction control engaged, sometimes requiring a full key-off restart to clear.
Battery warning light illuminating during a stall, with the vehicle needing to be pushed before it would restart.

When 2011 Volkswagen Jetta electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 7, 2011, latest Sep 17, 2026.

205 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2015 Q4 (12).

Electrical System recalls for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

NHTSA 19V615000Aug 22, 2019Electrical System679,027 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:anti-theft:control module
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
NHTSA 11V196000Mar 29, 2011Electrical System71,043 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
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.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.

Electrical System complaints by Jetta model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200557 (23%)
2006138 (24%)
200749 (24%)
200845 (24%)
2009115 (13%)
2010237 (28%)
2011205 (34%)
2012144 (29%)
2013160 (31%)
2014109 (28%)
201553 (27%)
201638 (24%)
201736 (23%)
20183 (10%)
2019162 (30%)
202017 (33%)
202113 (19%)
202210 (23%)
20239 (21%)
20246 (14%)
20254 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Jetta?: NHTSA lists 205 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, which is 34% of the 607 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2011 Jetta?: Yes. Recall 11V196000, filed in March 2011, covers a wiring and fuse layout issue where the converter box shares a fuse improperly. A later recall, 19V615000 from 2019, also covers 2011-2018 Jetta electrical components.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up on the 2011 Jetta?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2011 Jetta is 60,000 miles.
Did the 2011 Jetta's electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 7 crashes, 4 fires, and 3 injuries tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Jetta.
Is the 2011 Jetta worse than other Jetta years for electrical problems?: Among Jetta model years listed, 2011 has the highest share of complaints tied to the Electrical System at 34%, compared to 28% in 2010 and 29% in 2012.