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tim craft 0 Reputation points
2026-03-26T18:41:37.0166667+00:00

I am trying to load a program (Turbo Tax 2025). It requires MV C++ 2022 Redistributable Package (64). When trying to load it an error occurs and the program stops. I have tried to update the MV C++ through Microsoft, I get 2 errors, 2503 and 2502.

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  1. John DeV 161.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-26T21:18:54.7533333+00:00

    Hi, good day!

    Please try to download and install both x86 and x64 versions of the Latest supported v14 (for Visual Studio 2017–2026). Restart your PC after the installation. Note: Don't install the ARM64

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/cpp/windows/latest-supported-vc-redist?view=msvc-170#latest-supported-redistributable-version

    I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed by clicking "Add comment" below.

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    2026-03-26T18:41:55.34+00:00
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    Error codes 2502 and 2503 typically indicate Windows Installer problems during installation of packages such as the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable.

    Use the following steps to get TurboTax and the Visual C++ 2015–2022 Redistributable (x64) installed on Windows 11:

    1. Make sure Windows 11 is fully updated
      1. Open Settings → Windows Update.
      2. Install all pending updates.
      3. Restart the PC.
      4. Try the TurboTax install again.
    2. Install the latest supported Visual C++ v14 Redistributable manually
      1. Download the latest supported Visual C++ v14 Redistributable (x64) from the X64 link in the table under “Visual C++ v14 Redistributable” (this is the 2015–2022 runtime TurboTax needs):
      2. Save the file locally.
      3. Right‑click the downloaded vc_redist.x64.exe and select Run as administrator.
      4. Complete the setup.
      5. After it finishes, run the TurboTax installer again.
    3. Apply general VC Redistributable installer troubleshooting if it still fails
      1. Temporarily disable antivirus/endpoint protection (including Windows Defender real‑time protection):
        • Turn off real‑time protection.
        • Disable any third‑party antivirus.
        • Re‑run vc_redist.x64.exe as administrator.
        • Re‑enable protection after installation.
      2. Check again that all Windows Updates are installed and reboot once more.
    4. Ensure system requirements are met
      • Visual C++ v14 Redistributable requires:
        • Windows 11 or Windows 10 (or supported Windows Server versions).
        • x64 or ARM64 (no ARM32 support).
        • At least 1 GB RAM (1.5 GB on a VM) and 50 MB free disk space.
      • Confirm the PC meets these requirements before retrying.
    5. If TurboTax still will not install or open
      • Once the Visual C++ 2015–2022 (x64) redistributable is successfully installed and visible in Control Panel → Programs and Features, any remaining TurboTax‑specific issues should be handled via Intuit’s support, since the Microsoft runtime dependency will already be satisfied.

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