EV VIN rejected

[jumper789]

I purchased an EV in December 2024 from a private seller who had purchased it brand new.  I entered the info on my return, but it was rejected as "SA-F8936-030-01 - Schedule A (Form 8936), 'VIN' does not match the e-File database."  However, the VIN is correct.  Is there something the seller needs to file or any suggestions on how to correct this.

[Vanessa A]

The credit is not available when the vehicle is purchased through a private seller.  

The sale qualifies only if:

• You buy the vehicle from a dealer.
• For qualified used EVs, the dealer reports required information to you at the time of sale and to the IRS.