Checking or savings account -- Closing an account -- Complaint #5644514
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5644514
Company: Discover Bank
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Closing an account
Sub-Issue: Company closed your account
State: Arkansas
ZIP Code: 729XX
Date Received: 2022-06-07T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-06-07T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
- Discover bank notified me via email on XX/XX/2022 at XXXX that my accounts were frozen ( see attached file titled " XXXX DIscover Frozen Accounts Emails.pdf '' - this file contains all 3 emails I received, one email per account with Discover Bank ). I was informed in this email that I must call them immediately. I attempted to call them on XX/XX/2022, XX/XX/2022, and XX/XX/2022 and was met with 1 hour or longer wait times each time. I finally reach Discover Bank on XX/XX/2022 around midnight. I was informed by the customer service agent that my account were frozen " due to a business decision. '' The representative could not provide further explanation. The representative informed that I would receive my funds " within 60 days. '' The representative offer to schedule a " supervisor call-back '' - I accepted. I was informed that the call-back would occur within 24 hours. As of this complaint, I have waited greater than 24 hours. I have not been called, emailed, or notified in any manner. - On XX/XX/2022 at XXXX I called Discover Bank again ( see attached file titled " XXXX Discover XXXX '' ). I explained my situation to the representative named XXXX XXXX supervisor 's name is XXXX XXXX. XXXX informed me that my accounts with Discover Bank were being handled by the fraud department. XXXX informed me that she could not elaborate further about the status of my accounts or on anything in relation to my accounts. I notified XXXX that I am filing a complaint with the FDIC and my state 's attorney general 's office. XXXX offered to file an internal complaint on my behalf- I accepted. XXXX could not provide a confirmation number for the internal complaint. - My 2 checking accounts and 1 savings account with Discover Bank hold nearly all of my liquid capital. Discover Bank froze my assets without notice and without cause. I am left penniless with bills coming due including credit card payments, rental payments, electricity payments, and home internet payments. This does not include the bare necessities I need to live like food, water, or transportation. I can not pay for anything because of the position Discover Bank has left me in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5644514 about?
Complaint #5644514 was filed against Discover Bank regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Closing an account. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-06-07T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Discover Bank 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 Discover Bank?
Yes, visit the Discover Bank company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/discover-bank 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.