No, the headlamp circuit has a relay system so the lamp draw doesnt go through the headlamp/dimmer switch. Others have been running 80/100 watt bulbs with no problems. I ran 80 watt APC's for a while till one burned out on me.
P. Valdez
1998 VW Jetta TDI 1.9L I4 direct injection turbo diesel 5 speed manual no mods, no money