AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY


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"Products" offered by AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY with at least one, but usually more complaints:

Bank account or service - (CD) Certificate of deposit
Bank account or service - Checking account
Bank account or service - Other bank product/service
Bank account or service - Savings account
Checking or savings account -
Checking or savings account - CD (Certificate of Deposit)
Checking or savings account - Checking account
Checking or savings account - Other banking product or service
Checking or savings account - Savings account
Consumer Loan - Installment loan
Consumer Loan - Personal line of credit
Credit card -
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge card
Credit card - Store credit card
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose credit card or charge card
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose prepaid card
Credit card or prepaid card - Gift card
Credit card or prepaid card - Government benefit card
Credit card or prepaid card - Payroll card
Credit card or prepaid card - Store credit card
Credit card or prepaid card - Student prepaid card
Credit reporting -
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit repair services
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report
Debt collection - Auto debt
Debt collection - Credit card
Debt collection - Credit card debt
Debt collection - I do not know
Debt collection - Mortgage
Debt collection - Mortgage debt
Debt collection - Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Debt collection - Other debt
Debt collection - Payday loan debt
Debt or credit management - Credit repair services
Debt or credit management - Debt settlement
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Check cashing service
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Debt settlement
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Domestic (US) money transfer
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Foreign currency exchange
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - International money transfer
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Mobile or digital wallet
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Money order
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Money order, traveler's check or cashier's
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Refund anticipation check
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Traveler's check or cashier's check
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Virtual currency
Money transfers - Domestic (US) money transfer
Money transfers - International money transfer
Mortgage - Conventional fixed mortgage
Mortgage - Conventional home mortgage
Mortgage - Home equity loan or line of credit (HELOC)
Mortgage - Other mortgage
Other financial service - Foreign currency exchange
Other financial service - Money order
Other financial service - Refund anticipation check
Other financial service - Traveler’s/Cashier’s checks
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Installment loan
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Payday loan
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Personal line of credit
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Installment loan
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Other advances of future income
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Personal line of credit
Prepaid card - Electronic Benefit Transfer / EBT card
Prepaid card - General purpose card
Prepaid card - General-purpose prepaid card
Prepaid card - Gift card
Prepaid card - Gift or merchant card
Prepaid card - Government benefit card
Prepaid card - Government benefit payment card
Prepaid card - ID prepaid card
Prepaid card - Mobile wallet
Prepaid card - Other special purpose card
Prepaid card - Payroll card
Prepaid card - Transit card
Student loan - Non-federal student loan
Student loan - Private student loan
Vehicle loan or lease - Loan

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Complaint ID: 5184134

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account information incorrect

Consumer Complaint: This AMEX XXXX account is reporting derogatory information as reported in my Credit Bureaus XXXX The first being with the FDICs Uniform Credit Retail Credit Classification and Account Management Policy. And the second being the FCRA, which requires all reporting to be 100 % accurate. If the information is NOT 100 % accurate it must be deleted from the agencys report. The following information listed below is inaccurate. The Credit Reporting Agencies has not taken the correct steps to evaluate the information. I need you to please evaluate this reporting by making a revision of the information provided. AMEX XXXX

Company Response:

State: NY

Zip: 11219

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-15

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5184105

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: This account was opened fraudulently. Ive informed all parties of the issue & provided the necessary documentation to support my claim. The AMEX XXXX account is not complying with federal law in regards to identity theft. Additionally, the creditor have not provided me with any evidence of an open contract, signed contract or any valid proof this was opened, authorized or created by me. Since this is a strict violation of FCRA laws I need the account removed from my file. AMEX XXXX

Company Response:

State: CA

Zip: 90240

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-15

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5183927

Date Received: 2022-02-04

Issue: Getting a credit card

Subissue: Application denied

Consumer Complaint: MY NAME IS XXXX XXXX XXXX. I AM SUBMITTING THIS COMPLAINT WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE FROM ANY THIRD PARTY OR AGENCY. ON XX/XX/2022 I APPLIED FOR A XXXX American Express CARD AND WAS DENIED. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS AND ID AS IT CONTAINS MY FULL COMPLAINT AND REQUEST.

Company Response:

State: PA

Zip: XXXXX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-04

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5183537

Date Received: 2022-02-04

Issue: Other features, terms, or problems

Subissue: Privacy issues

Consumer Complaint: American Express exposed my XXXX credit score by printing it in my monthly credit card statement with neither my request nor permission. AMEX did so as they informed me they were raising my APR by six points despite my never having been late on a payment and always having paid above the minimum required. I believe it is a legal violation to print my XXXX credit score on a document and then send that document through the mail.

Company Response:

State: TX

Zip: 770XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-04

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5183317

Date Received: 2022-02-04

Issue: Getting a credit card

Subissue: Application denied

Consumer Complaint: On XX/XX/2021, AMERICAN EXPRESS denied my application for obtaining credit with their XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. This is in violation of 15 USC 1691 ( a ) ( 3 ), of the FDCPA. ( proof attached ). AMERICAN EXPRESS is not allowed to deny me my OWN credit. Pursuant to 15 USC 1602g and 15 USC 1602j, under the TILA, I am the Original Creditor and I have an open-ended credit plan. Pursuant to the FCRA, a credit report does not determine whether I get " approved '' or not. Credit Reporting Agencies assumed the role of creating credit reports and files. AMERICAN EXPRESS 's denial has not allowed me to obtain the credit I am entitled to as an Original Creditor and has caused my life and business stress, violating my rights as a federally protected consumer under 15 USC Chapter 41.

Company Response:

State: AZ

Zip: 85259

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-04

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5180558

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement

Subissue: Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement

Consumer Complaint: XX/XX/XXXX Dear CFPB, I am contacting you because my protections as a consumer under both the Fair Credit Billing Act ( FCBA ) and Truth in Lending Act ( Regulation Z ) have been grossly violated by American Express following a charge dispute filed back on XX/XX/XXXX. The tipping point occurred on XX/XX/XXXX, when American Express, having already failed to resolve my dispute within 2 complete billing cycles and well over the 90 day limit, decided to reverse the credit that they previously credited back to my account after completing their investigation on XX/XX/XXXX. Under 1026.13 ( c ) ( 2 ), a creditor is prohibited from reversing amounts previously credited for an alleged billing error even if the creditor obtains evidence after the error resolution time period has passed indicating that the billing error did not occur as asserted by the consumer. In addition to the summary below, I will be uploading various documents related to my dispute to assist in the matter. Events Leading up to the Charge Dispute On XX/XX/XXXX, I purchased a round trip business class ticket from XXXX for travel from XXXX to XXXX departing XX/XX/XXXX and returning XX/XX/XXXX. I paid {$2200.00} for the ticket by charging it to my American Express card. On XX/XX/XXXX, I used the online rebooking tool on XXXX 's website to change my return flight to an earlier flight departing the same day. Due to the pandemic, rebooking fees have been eliminated. When it comes to rebooking, the value of the old ticket is applied towards the new ticket. In my case, the new ticket was {$9.00} less than the old ticket resulting in a refund of {$9.00}. After completing the rebooking, I checked my online Amex account statement and discovered a {$1200.00} charge from XXXX instead of a credit for {$9.00}. On XX/XX/XXXX, I attempted to contact XXXX customer but wasnt able to get through until the following day, XX/XX/XXXX. After getting ahold of a XXXX agent and explaining how I had been charged instead of receiving a credit, the agent told me that I had to send an email to XXXX customer care to request a refund which I did. All further attempts to contact XXXX for a status on my refund were unsuccessful and I never head back from XXXX. After no response to my refund request from XXXX, my only option was to contest the charge with American Express. Charge Dispute with American Express DISPUTE OPENED : XX/XX/XXXX DISPUTE RESOLVED : XX/XX/XXXX DISPUTE REVERSED : XX/XX/XXXX TOTAL DURATION : 139 DAYS XX/XX/XXXX ( Day 1 ) Charge Dispute opened on American Express website Account Ending In : XXXX Reference Number : XXXX Merchant Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Amount : {$1200.00} Transaction Date : XX/XX/XXXX Dispute Type : Incorrect Amount XX/XX/XXXX ( Day 71 ) End of 2nd Complete Billing Cycle Amex missed this deadline. XX/XX/XXXX ( Day 90 ) Last day for American Express to resolve charge dispute Amex misses this deadline. XX/XX/XXXX ( Day 102 ) Dispute resolved, {$1200.00} credited to my account I received the following letter notifying me that Amex had issued credit for disputed amount back to my account. Amex removes the dispute from the dispute management page of their website thereby closing the dispute. Chargeback issued to XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX Letter from Amex : Dear XXXX XXXX XXXX, We're writing to give you an update about your inquiry regarding a charge from XXXX XXXX on your account listed above. We're pleased to inform that as a result of our investigation, the credit has been issued to your account for {$1200.00}, which will appear on your next statement. We have also issued the credit of {$9.00} to your account as requested by you, which will appear on your next statement. It's important to know that we may accept the response from the merchant at a later date and review the information they provide. In these situations, we may rebill your account for {$1200.00}. If that happens, we'll be sure to let you know immediately. Thank you for the opportunity to assist you in this matter. Sincerely, American Express Customer Care XX/XX/XXXX ( Day 139 ) Amex reverses previous credit of {$1200.00} American Express notifies cardholder that the previously issued credit for {$1200.00} has been rebilled to his account. XX/XX/XXXX Letter from Amex : Dear XXXX XXXX XXXX, As you are aware, we have been investigating your billing inquiry with XXXX XXXX WEB. We previously let you know that we might rebill your account if we received sufficient support from the Merchant. Credit ( s ) for {$1200.00} was issued to the above referenced account. We have now received support/explanation of the charge ( s ) and a copy of the supporting information is attached/ explained. Due to this response, we have removed our previously issued credit ( s ) and rebilled your account for {$1200.00}. You'll see the debit ( s ) reflected on an upcoming billing statement. If you have any new information that may change the outcome of this dispute, please contact us within 30 days. We thank you for your valued membership and would want to see you as a part of the American Express Family for many years to come. Thank you for the opportunity to assist you in this matter. Sincerely, American Express Customer Care

Company Response:

State: AZ

Zip: 85541

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-03

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5180502

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Fees or interest

Subissue: Problem with fees

Consumer Complaint: I had an issue with my bank due to a fraud alert on a check I deposited. This alert caused funds to be rejected and payments to be reversed. After spending a half day on the phone and going to the bank I was able to resolve the issue and have the funds cleared. However, because of this I was charged seven {$29.00} returned payments fees for payments less than {$29.00}. I called American Express and explained the situation, but no one wanted to listen or help. If had extra money sitting around this would not be a problem but I can barely make my payment. Can the CFPB please help?

Company Response:

State: FL

Zip: 33025

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-03

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5180446

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Trouble using your card

Subissue: Credit card company won't increase or decrease your credit limit

Consumer Complaint: On XX/XX/XXXX, I applied for an increase of credit limit with American Express, for my Amex Everyday Credit Card. On XX/XX/XXXX, my request was denied. I have had an account with American Express since XXXX, and have never received an credit limit increase, after request were made.

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 30328

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-03

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5180427

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Trouble using your card

Subissue: Credit card company won't increase or decrease your credit limit

Consumer Complaint: On XX/XX/2022, I applied for an increase of credit limit with American Express, for my Blue Cash Everyday Credit Card. On XX/XX/2022, my request was denied.

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 30328

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-03

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 5179976

Date Received: 2022-02-03

Issue: Getting a credit card

Subissue: Card opened as result of identity theft or fraud

Consumer Complaint: AMEX is reporting on my personal credit file. This account was opened fraudulently. Ive informed all parties of the issue & provided the necessary documentation to support my claim. The data furnisher ( DF ) is not complying with federal law in regards to identity theft. Additionally, the data furnisher has not provided me with any evidence of an open contract, signed contract or any valid proof this was opened, authorized or created by me ( AMEX XXXX )

Company Response:

State: NY

Zip: 11204

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2022-02-15

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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