Checking or savings account -- Managing an account -- Complaint #4514253
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4514253
Company: BMO Bank National Association
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Managing an account
Sub-Issue: Deposits and withdrawals
State: Arizona
ZIP Code: 85233
Date Received: 2021-07-03T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-07-03T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I opened new checking and savings accounts with BMO Harris Bank on XX/XX/2021. Over the following weeks I made a series of deposits into the account ( some checks, XXXX and XXXX funds, transfers from my previous bank, etc. ). On or around XX/XX/XXXX, I attempted to transfer funds from my BMO Harris checking account, to my BMO Harris savings account, but found I could not execute the transfer. I also found that none of the debits or withdrawals ( e.g. utility and credit card payments ) I would have expected to see over the previous few weeks were reflected in my checking account activity. I contacted BMO Harris to inquire as to what the issue might be, whereupon they informed me that " furthered [ XXXX ] verificaton is needed for account access '' and requested that I provide my social security card, driver 's license, and a utility bill to their fraud detection department. I immediately sent the requested documents. BMO Harris at no time contacted me, by any means, to notify me that there was any issue with my account, nor is there any indication when accessing my account online that it is frozen. They unilaterally cut me off from my money and could not be troubled to let me know they were doing so ( nor did they indicate what I might do to prevent -- or remediate -- the situation ). If I had not discovered the issue myself, I suspect my funds would have remained frozen indefinitely. Meanwhile, I am unable to pay my rent, pay credit cards, or withdraw cash. I am incurring fees for rejected payments. I have no access to my own money. I have contacted BMO Harris via secure chat in their banking portal, by phone, and by social media, and repeatedly requested escalation of my case. I have received no assistance -- only standard 'we 're sorry for the inconvenience ' messages and an indication that their fraud team may remove the freeze within 3-5 business days. I can not contact their fraud team as their offices are closed over the weekend. BMO Harris ' mismanagement of this issue is unacceptable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4514253 about?
Complaint #4514253 was filed against BMO Bank National Association regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Managing an account. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-07-03T12:00:00-05:00.
How did BMO Bank National Association 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?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Checking or savings account) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against BMO Bank National Association?
Yes, visit the BMO Bank National Association company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/bmo-bank-national-association to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.