Credit card or prepaid card -- Getting a credit card -- Complaint #6010138
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 6010138
Company: American Express Company
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card
Sub-Issue: Card opened as result of identity theft or fraud
State: Pennsylvania
ZIP Code: 16066
Date Received: 2022-09-22T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-09-22T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
In the XXXX of XXXX, I received emails saying a payment was due on an Amex card. I do not have an Amex card and never applied for one. I ignored the emails, assuming it was spam. When I noticed a drop in my credit months later, I called Amex to file fraud. It was denied because apparently a payment was made on the account. I tried to file another claim with more information but it has continued to be denied, apparently because that a payment has been made at some point on that card. I never made a payment. Around the same time this card is said to have been opened, I had just been granted full physical custody of my son. I believe that this card was applied for, used, and possible even paid one time for by my ex, the father of my son, in retaliation to that decision. He has ALL my information. I have since changed all my passwords and account information, but he still has my social security number and other information about me I can not change. I am almost positive this was him. This is now seriously effecting my credit and I need something to be done about it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #6010138 about?
Complaint #6010138 was filed against American Express Company regarding Credit card or prepaid card specifically about Getting a credit card. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-09-22T12:00:00-05:00.
How did American Express Company respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". 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?
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Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.