Credit card -- Getting a credit card -- Complaint #20759845
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 20759845
Company: Pentagon Federal Credit Union
Product: Credit card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card
Sub-Issue: Application denied
State: Maryland
ZIP Code: XXXXX
Date Received: 2026-03-29T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2026-03-29T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am writing to formally express my concern regarding a recent credit application decision by PenFed Credit Union. I applied for a credit card with your institution and, as part of the process, you conducted a hard inquiry on my credit report. Despite maintaining a credit score above XXXX, my application was denied. This outcome is both unexpected and concerning given my strong credit profile. What is particularly troubling is that I was informed that reconsideration is not available. As a result, I have incurred a hard inquiry on my credit reportnegatively impacting my scorewithout any meaningful opportunity to provide additional information, clarify potential issues, or have my application reviewed further. I respectfully request the following : A detailed explanation of the specific reasons for my denial Clarification on the criteria used in evaluating my application Confirmation that all information used in your decision was accurate and complete Additionally, I ask that you review whether this inquiry was conducted appropriately, given the lack of reconsideration options and transparency in the decision-making process. I value fairness and transparency in lending practices, and I hope you will take this opportunity to address my concerns promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #20759845 about?
Complaint #20759845 was filed against Pentagon Federal Credit Union regarding Credit card specifically about Getting a credit card. It was received by the CFPB on 2026-03-29T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Pentagon Federal Credit Union respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
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Can I see other complaints against Pentagon Federal Credit Union?
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Disclaimer
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