my jetta is over charging at 16.49 volts ,could it be a faulty voltage reguator

2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
345,000 MILES
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MUSTANG70
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i checked the charging system its over charging at 16.49 volts when u pick up the rpms i will also loose all instrumentation on the das cluster no tach no speedo no temp and no fuel gauge could the problem be the voltage regualtor
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:42 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Yes, it sounds like the regulator. Please have it checked. It could cause a fire or electrical damage.
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:44 PM
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