Checking or savings account -- Managing an account -- Complaint #5188474
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5188474
Company: BMO Bank National Association
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Managing an account
Sub-Issue: Deposits and withdrawals
State: Illinois
ZIP Code: 60613
Date Received: 2022-02-04T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-02-04T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I was a customer of BMO HARRIS BANK, and my account had a positive balance and at the time, I was a server, so there was always cash deposits being made if it was to ever reach a low balance, I would make sure any bills were paid and covered. My account was compromised in 2018 while I was at work, having had my XXXX being hacked, so I went through data and financial loss. I had no idea what the extent was, but I do know that that BMO locked me out of my account and then had some activity on it post that I was not aware of. I reached out several times and wondered how and why this could happen, if I was locked out of my device and when I logged in on my computer I saw the activity. I could not dispute it, or even reach personal that could help me and I was devastated and took a loss on my credit, my bank account and financial security. I dont know why this happened and it has been something I wish I could have had a resolution to sooner. And so here I am now, years later, knowing more about how to protect my device and financial security. But I am beyond dissatisfied and disappointed with how BMO handled this. They locked me out of my account and funds, and then did nothing but say there was activity on it that was deemed fraudulent and my account had a balance. I was not able to file a dispute a claim anything and it was the most trauamautic financial thing I had to deal with since. Because since then Ive felt like I was that criminal who actually gained access to my account and locked me out and had BMO treat me like I was the one benefiting from that and that was not the case. I hope this gets to the right team and is addressed, because if BMO failed to have my back on app security at the time, and I had Face ID and would always change my passwords if I felt my phone or app was potentially at risk from something that appeared on my phone or a random pop up showed upto say this incident truly had a negative effect on me is an understatement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5188474 about?
Complaint #5188474 was filed against BMO Bank National Association regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Managing an account. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-02-04T12:00:00-05:00.
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?
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Disclaimer
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