Credit card or prepaid card -- Trouble using your card -- Complaint #4910303
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4910303
Company: American Express Company
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card
Sub-Issue: Can't use card to make purchases
State: North Carolina
ZIP Code: 28273
Date Received: 2021-11-14T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-11-14T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Tags: Older American
Consumer Narrative
On XX/XX/21 American Express declined payment to my phone company XXXX XXXX, stating that it was a fraudulent transaction of {$100.00}. Subsequently XXXX XXXX turned off my phone service. I then had to use my XXXX XXXX Visa to reinstate my phone service. I was shocked that Amex made such a determination. Amex said they made that fraudulent determination because I had never charged {$100.00} or more on my card! I found that an unworthy determination as I had recently received a substantial credit line increase from them. I didn't know I had to ask permission from AMEX to charge {$100.00} or more or have them decline the charge! I had to pay XXXX XXXX with my XXXX XXXX Visa to reinstate my phone service. I was so embarrassed! XXXX may consider me unfavorable in the future, due to this slanderous transaction. Amex in XXXX tried to cheat me o ut on one of their gasoline offers. Buy {$20.00} get a {$10.00} rebate! I bought the gas the Amex told me I didn't qualify for the {$10.00}. I reported it to CFPB and was finally given the rebate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4910303 about?
Complaint #4910303 was filed against American Express Company regarding Credit card or prepaid card specifically about Trouble using your card. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-11-14T12:00:00-05:00.
How did American Express Company 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 (Credit card or prepaid card) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against American Express Company?
Yes, visit the American Express Company company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/american-express-company to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
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