Credit card -- Closing your account -- Complaint #7949127
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 7949127
Company: Capital One Financial Corporation
Product: Credit card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Closing your account
Sub-Issue: Company closed your account
State: Virgin Islands
ZIP Code: XXXXX
Date Received: 2023-12-04T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-12-04T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Subject : Complaint Against Capital One for Unnotified Account Closure Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to file a formal complaint against Capital One regarding the abrupt and uncommunicated closure of my credit card account. This unexpected action has caused me considerable inconvenience and distress. My Capital One account is now closed On XXXX I attempted to pay several bills using my Capital One card. Unbeknownst to me, the bank account linked for payment did not have sufficient funds, resulting in a failed payment transaction. This was an honest oversight on my part, and I had no intention of defaulting on my payments. And I have not defaulted a payment of {$200.00} went through on XX/XX/2023. However, without any prior warning or communication, Capital One proceeded to close my credit card account. I received no phone call, email, or any form of notification to alert me of any issues or to provide me with an opportunity to rectify the situation. The first indication of this issue came when I attempted to use my card and found it inactive. The lack of communication from Capital One in this situation is highly concerning and, I believe, contrary to fair consumer practices. A simple notification could have allowed me to promptly address the issue, ensuring that the bills were paid and my account remained in good standing. I respectfully request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter. I believe that Capital Ones decision to close my account without prior notification or an opportunity to resolve the issue is unjust and requires rectification. I am eager to resolve this issue amicably and am willing to cooperate fully in any required processes to reinstate my account. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I am looking forward to a prompt and favorable resolution. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #7949127 about?
Complaint #7949127 was filed against Capital One Financial Corporation regarding Credit card specifically about Closing your account. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-12-04T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Capital One Financial Corporation respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
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How do I file a similar complaint?
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Can I see other complaints against Capital One Financial Corporation?
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Disclaimer
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