Consumer complaint received 2023-10-01
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: PA
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-product: Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low
Sub-issue: Overdrafts and overdraft fees

Complaint:
Subject : Complaint regarding excessive overdraft charges and violation of fair debt collection practices I am writing to formally lodge a complaint against the Bank regarding the excessive overdraft charges that have been imposed on my account over the past 365 days. This complaint is also on behalf of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, who has experienced similar issues with his account. Firstly, I have been charged a total of 15 overdraft fees within the last year, which I believe is an excessive and unfair practice. These charges have had a detrimental impact on my financial well-being and have caused significant harm to my financial stability. Furthermore, these overdraft charges were not foreseen or anticipated by me, as I have always maintained a sufficient available balance in my account to cover any transactions. Therefore, I contend that these charges are not only unjust but also illegal under the applicable laws and regulations. In addition to the aforementioned concerns, I must bring to your attention a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( 15 USC 1692d ) committed by the Bank. On XX/XX/2023, at XXXX XXXX., I received a call from XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX, which I later discovered was from the Bank 's debt collection department. During this call, profane and obscene language was used, causing me emotional distress and further harm. Such behavior is a clear violation of 15 USC 1692d ( 2 ) and is unacceptable. I hereby demand that all the overdraft charges imposed on my account be immediately removed, and the corresponding funds be returned to me without delay. Additionally, I am seeking compensation of {$1000.00} for each violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, as outlined in 15 USC 1692k. It is important to note that overdraft fee practices must comply with various laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ), Regulation Z, Regulation E, and Section 1036 of the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). These regulations prohibit unfair, deceptive, and abusive acts or practices, particularly in relation to overdraft fees. Charging overdraft fees on transactions that a consumer would not reasonably anticipate is likely to be deemed unfair and can cause substantial harm to consumers. I urge the Bank to thoroughly investigate this matter and take immediate action to rectify the aforementioned issues. Failure to address these concerns in a satisfactory manner may leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me. I expect a prompt response to this complaint within [ 14 days ] from the date of receipt of this letter. Please direct all correspondence regarding this matter to the address provided above ]. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that the Bank will handle this complaint with the seriousness it deserves and work towards a fair resolution.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation