Credit card -- Trouble using your card -- Complaint #8136025
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 8136025
Company: Bank Of America, National Association
Product: Credit card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card
Sub-Issue: Can't use card to make purchases
State: Hawaii
ZIP Code: 967XX
Date Received: 2024-01-09T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-01-09T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Tags: Older American
Consumer Narrative
I applied for and was approved for a Bank of America Preferred Rewards credit card around XXXX XXXX, 2023. After receiving the card, I made some minor online purchases and also did some shopping in a nearby city on XXXX XXXX without any problems. However, after charging less than {$900.00} total a {$230.00} grocery purchase at XXXX was abruptly declined, and the card has been unusable ever since. Instead of asking me to verify the unspecified " unusual activity '' on my card as would be the normal practice, it and my account have just been totally blocked. I subsequently talked over the phone with two representatives and two supervisors in BOA 's fraud department, but none of them could explain coherently what the problem was, and they all ludicrously advised that the only way I could get my account functioning again would be to fly some XXXX miles to the mainland and visit a Bank of America branch there in person ( BOA has no branches in Hawaii ). I could just cancel this card in disgust, but I'm already on the hook for the {$95.00} annual fee and would have to forego the promised generous sign-up bonus, which was the main reason I sought this particular credit card in the first place. Applying for a replacement card from another issuer would also likely negatively affect my credit score.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #8136025 about?
Complaint #8136025 was filed against Bank Of America, National Association regarding Credit card specifically about Trouble using your card. It was received by the CFPB on 2024-01-09T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Bank Of America, 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 (Credit card) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Bank Of America, National Association?
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Disclaimer
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