Credit card or prepaid card -- Trouble using your card -- Complaint #5126310
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5126310
Company: Citibank, N.A.
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: Illinois
ZIP Code: 60613
Date Received: 2022-01-19T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-01-19T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I received a new business credit card. Before I received it, Citi left a voice mail about a fraud concern. I twice tried to call, but I was on hold for too long. ( I work for a living! ) After receiving the card, I have attempted to activate it but the website directs me to call " to protect [ my ] account. '' As I am writing this, I have been on hold over XXXX minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5126310 about?
Complaint #5126310 was filed against Citibank, N.A. regarding Credit card or prepaid card specifically about Trouble using your card. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-01-19T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Citibank, N.A. 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 Citibank, N.A.?
Yes, visit the Citibank, N.A. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/citibank-n-a 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.