Prepaid card -- Trouble using the card -- Complaint #7824755
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 7824755
Company: American Express Company
Product: Prepaid card
Sub-Product: Gift card
Issue: Trouble using the card
Sub-Issue: Trouble using the card to spend money in a store or online
State: Iowa
ZIP Code: 522XX
Date Received: 2023-11-08T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-11-08T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
These virtual cards are declined online and in brick and mortar stores, at restaurants and grocery stores, or XXXX wallet - no one will take these cards. I call AMEX customer service and they can not offer me any resolution. They can not tell me where I can use the cards ( their site claims you can use them anywhere that accepts AMEX ). They can not transfer my balances for my four unusable virtual cards to a physical card. They can not offer me a refund. They do not allow you to use the cards for partial payments, nor do they allow you to charge too close to the total card balance. This system seems designed to skim a few dollars from American consumers. They hold our legal tender hostage and tell us there is nothing they can do about it. They falsely advertise that their gift cards can be used anywhere that accepts American Express cards. This is simply not the case. I can not reach a resolution with AMEX customer service nor can the original purchaser. I have been unable to use their cards for a year. My money is inaccessible. All I want is the total balance on my cards in cash/check. Card number : XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #7824755 about?
Complaint #7824755 was filed against American Express Company regarding Prepaid card specifically about Trouble using the card. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-11-08T12:00:00-05:00.
How did American Express Company respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with 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 (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
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.