W2 Box 13 Retirement plan

[europadora]

My employer did not check box 13 for retirement plan, but I contribute to a 401k. Do I need to have them fix it? What effect does it have if not checked?

[MarilynG1 · Accepted solution]

If you did make contributions to your 401K, the amount should show in Box 12 on your W-2, with a Code D. 

You could also be eligible for a Retirement Savings Credit for your contributions. 

The amount you contributed is usually the difference between the Box 1 and Box 3 amounts on your W-2. 

You should ask your employer for a Corrected W-2. 

Click the link for more info on How to Get a Corrected W-2.