Receiving a notice from the IRS about your Form 2290 can be stressful — but don’t panic. These notices are common and often just require clarification, correction, or a simple update. Whether it’s about a missing payment, mismatched Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or late filing, how you respond matters. Here’s how to handle IRS notices efficiently and avoid penalties.

Understanding the IRS Notice

The first thing to do is read the notice carefully. Typically, this will state the reason you are being contacted — e. g., an error in your filing, an EIN missing, underpayment, or late submission of your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). Each notice comes with a response deadline and specific instructions. If you don't read it carefully, you can be fined (or have your vehicle registration suspended).

Common Issues with Form 2290 Notices

Some of the most frequent triggers for IRS notices include:

• Incorrect or unmatched VINs
• EIN not matching IRS records
• Underpayment of HVUT
• Late filings or missing forms

These issues can be addressed promptly to ensure compliance and avoid delays in you renewing your vehicle tags with the DMV.

How to Respond to an IRS 2290 Notice

Take all appropriate documentation -- stamped Schedule 1, original 2290 filing, and proof of payment. If necessary, draft a well-organized, one-sentence response letter to refer to the notice number, and outline why you believe your correction/clarification is correct. You can reply by mailing, faxing, or, in some cases, electronically, depending on what type of notice you're addressing. And if you've e-filed, contact the e-file provider (most of them can help you with IRS issues).

Avoiding Future IRS Notices

To reduce the likelihood of receiving future notices of rejection, double-check your EIN, VIN, and payment information before filing. File timely and keep a copy of Schedule 1 and payment confirmations. Utilizing an IRS-approved e-filing provider can help ensure accuracy and provide you with more time to respond to error messages or questions.

IRS Notices About Your 2290 You must spend time getting it right and filing it when your IRS Notices come. We strongly advise you to never wait, and provide any requested information clearly and concisely. With the proper organization and reliable filing tools you can keep your trucking operations on track and your IRS record clean.

Note: For more information, visit IRS website