1. Contact the dealer immediately
- Request documentation: Ask the dealer for a copy of the IRS-accepted seller report they are required by law to provide within 3 days of submission.
- Verify registration: Confirm the dealer completed IRS Energy Credits Online registration before the sale date, as unregistered dealers cannot legally submit reports.
2. Check IRS Energy Credits Online status
The IRS provides real-time eligibility confirmation through VIN checks. If the dealer submitted the report:
- Buyers can review eligibility through their IRS account (if available).
- Dealers can provide proof of submission confirmation.
3. Escalate if unresolved
- IRS assistance: Contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 if the dealer fails to cooperate or claims technical submission issues.
- Document preservation: Keep all purchase documents (bill of sale, VIN, dealer communications) as proof of compliance efforts.
Critical deadline: Dealers must submit reports for 2024+ vehicles within 3 calendar days of sale via IRS Energy Credits Online. For vehicles sold before 2024, the original Jan 15, 2024 deadline has passed, but dealers may still submit corrected reports.
Note: Buyers cannot claim the clean vehicle tax credit without IRS confirmation of the dealer’s report. If reporting fails due to dealer noncompliance, you may need to seek legal advice regarding the dealer’s obligations under 26 USC §30D.
Original article by NenPower, If reposted, please credit the source: https://nenpower.com/blog/what-should-i-do-if-the-dealer-hasnt-reported-the-vehicles-information-to-the-irs/
