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How to Update Form 2290 for an Increase in Gross Weight
10-18-2024

How to Update Form 2290 for an Increase in Gross Weight

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In this blog, you will learn how to update IRS Form 2290 when there is an increase in your vehicle’s gross taxable weight. We will cover several key topics, including:

  • What is the Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment?

  • How to File a Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment Using Simple Form 2290: A Step-by-Step Guide

  • When is the Right Time to Submit a Form 2290 Amendment?

By the end of this post, you’ll have a clear understanding of the process and timing for filing your amendment accurately and efficiently.

Highway motor vehicles grossly weighing 55,000 pounds or more are taxable. This includes semi-trucks and trailers, vehicles used to transport cargo on public roads.

The gross taxable weight of the vehicle is crucial because it establishes your ability to pay 2290 tax. You will be required to pay additional tax if the taxable gross weight of your vehicle exceeds 55,000 pounds. Let's examine your options in the unlikely scenario that your gross taxable weight is increased.


What is the Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment?

“If there is any increase in a vehicle’s Gross Taxable weight if it slips into a new category throughout the tax year then it is necessary to file an update and notify IRS about this. If you want to report this issue to the IRS you must pay the remaining HVUT and submit form 2290 Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment.” says Bill West, Tax Expert. 


Simple Form 2290 makes it simple and quick to file your Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment. Additionally, it will compute and modify your HVUT automatically.


How to File a Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment Using Simple Form 2290: A Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Log in to your account. 

  2. After that, click “Start New Return” and then in the “Form 2290 Amendments” section choose “Taxable Gross Weight Increase.” 

  3. Select if you are submitting a Taxable Gross Weight Increase Amendment for a return that you previously submitted to us.

  4. Provide the higher taxable gross weight category and vehicle details.

  5. Your remaining year's adjusted HVUT will be determined automatically by Simple Form 2290.

  6. Verify your return before sending it to the IRS.


That’s all. You are done with the Gross Weight Increase Amendment.


When is the Right Time to Submit a Form 2290 Amendment?

If the Vehicle’s Gross Taxable Weight is Increased you must notify the IRS by the end of the month that follows the weight change. For example, if your gross weight is changed in September then you have to file the amendment by October 31st. 


Simple Form 2290 makes it simple to file your Form 2290 and Amendments. You may get a revised, stamped Schedule 1 by simply entering your vehicle's new weight and the month it increased.


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After reading this blog, you will now have a thorough understanding of what steps to take if your vehicle's taxable gross weight increases. You'll also know how to update this information with the IRS by filing the amendment using Simple Form 2290.