Complaints
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Customer Complaints Summary
- 18 total complaints in the last 3 years.
- 7 complaints closed in the last 12 months.
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Initial Complaint
Date:02/07/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
To Whom it may concern,I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding an issue with my account with ********************************************* CU Account number: ******* Account balance:. $260.00, which I have been unable to resolve directly with them. I am requesting that the Better Business Bureau assist in removing this account from my ********************** reports.I have attached copies of relevant documents, including my driver's license proof of address, copy of my social security card a cover letter and the my credit report, to support my case.I kindly ask for your assistance in facilitating a resolution to this matter. Please let me know if you require any further details or documentation.Thank you for your attention to this complaint. I look forward to your response and to a prompt resolution.Business Response
Date: 02/14/2025
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has reviewed Mr. ****** complaint regarding the removal of the negative account from his ********************** report and determined that the reporting is accurate. According to ***** records. Mr. ***** opened a savings and checking account in June 2014. He actively used these accounts along with his debit card, until June 2019. In August 2019 the account went into negative status, was subsequently closed and written off by GLCU
Under the Fair Credit ******************************* institutions are required to report accurate account information, including negative account statuses, to ********************** agencies. Since the reported information is correct, GLCU is unable to remove the negative **** from Mr. ****** credit report.
GLCU respectfully requests that this complaint be dismissed.
Initial Complaint
Date:01/29/2025
Type:Order IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I have been waiting months for the credit union to send paperwork that only they can access/obtain to my car insurer for a Total Loss vehicle claim that started in early November. **** has ignored calls from my insurer and failed to return requests for contact for the last multiple months and as such, I have been making payments to them for a vehicle I no longer own. The insurer is waiting to send the check for the remaining amount on the vehicle, but cannot until GLCU responds. I have been making monthly payments to them still, and am afraid that they are using this as a way to collect from myself and the insurance company as opposed to closing the account in a timely manner.Business Response
Date: 02/03/2025
BBB Response ***** *****:
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has researched Mr. ****** complaint regarding the total vehicle loss claim. **** provided the lien release from the other financial institution holding the first lien, along with the lienholder card held by ****, to the insurance company on January 29, 2025.We expect the insurance companys approval and the check to be submitted to GLCU, after which the title will be released to the insurance company.
GLCU would like to extend our sincere apologies to Mr. ***** for the delay in getting this resolved between GLCU and the first lien holder of the vehicle.Customer Answer
Date: 02/04/2025
Complaint: 22872971
I am rejecting this response because: This is a process that was started in early November, and since then, i have been paying GLCU for a vehicle that was not in my possession, with Geico ready to send payment. This has put additional financial constraints on me as having just had a vehicle stolen and "totaled", and needing to try and save money to get another vehicle (which I am still without), I have been unable to because I am still paying GLCU and Geico. Again, this was a solution that only **** could have solved - which was explained multiple times in our many conversations, and now I am without a mode of transportation, my partners work is affected because she needs to carpool with me now, and I have spent over $1,000 on ghost car payments. It is very disappointing as myself and multiple of my family members have been long-time **** members.
Sincerely,
***** *****Business Response
Date: 02/07/2025
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has reviewed Mr. ****** complaint regarding his total vehicle loss claim. A **** representative spoke with Mr. ***** on February 7, 2025. During this conversation Mr. ***** stated that his insurance company informed him via email on February 5, 2025, that payment had been submitted to **** for his total loss claim.
**** confirmed that upon receiving the payment, the outstanding loan balance would be settled, and any remaining funds would be deposited into Mr. ****** GLCU account.GLCU would like to extend our sincere apologies to Mr. ***** for the delay in getting this resolved between ****, Insurance Company and the first lien holder of the vehicle.
GLCU respectfully requests that this complaint be dismissed.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/10/2025
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
***** *****Initial Complaint
Date:01/05/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I trying to figure out why **** add this account to my ********************** as a write off know good well I file bankruptcy and add that account to it please remove it in add it under includes in chapter 7 bankruptcyBusiness Response
Date: 01/23/2025
BBB Response ******* ********:
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has researched Ms. ******** complaint regarding her account account being written off and reporting to the credit reporting agencies as a written off account. GLCU has ********************** reporting which has been updated to discharged BK.Customer Answer
Date: 01/24/2025
Complaint: 22770781
I am rejecting this response because:
This was a savings account it should not have been added to my credit report anyways its not a credit account.
Sincerely,
******* ********Business Response
Date: 02/03/2025
The Fair Credit ****************************** Institutions are permitted to report negative shares to credit reporting agencies.Customer Answer
Date: 02/04/2025
Yes you suppose to report accurate information this business was in fact informed about my bankruptcy and still proceed to enter it on my credit report as a write off
Complaint: 22770781
I am rejecting this response because:
Sincerely,
******* ********Business Response
Date: 02/07/2025
BBB Response ******* ********:
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has thoroughly reviewed the complaint, including the bankruptcy order of discharge provided by Ms. ********* Based on our investigation the charge-off savings account was properly discharged as indicated on the certificate.
However,in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act (FCRA) the account may still be reported to the credit agencies as discharged in bankruptcy. Our records confirm that the account is being reported accurately.
**** respectfully requests that this complaint be dismissed.Initial Complaint
Date:12/08/2024
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I am writing to dispute the accuracy of the account information listed below, as it is negatively impacting my ability to obtain credit. The reporting of this charge-off account appears to violate both Metro 2 compliance guidelines and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). I demand an immediate investigation, validation, and resolution of this matter to ensure compliance with federal law and accurate credit reporting. Under the Metro 2 compliance guidelines set forth by the ********************************** (****), data furnishers have an obligation to ensure that all information reported to credit bureaus is accurate, complete, and formatted properly. Upon reviewing this account, I believe there are serious violations, including, but not limited to:Incorrect account status.Inaccurate or incomplete payment history.Potential errors in the Date of First Delinquency (DOFD).Under the ***** (15 U.S.C. 1692g), I am hereby formally requesting validation of this debt to ensure its accuracy and legality. Per the *****, you are required to cease all collection and reporting activity until this validation is provided. Any continued reporting or collection efforts without proper verification will constitute a direct violation of federal law.Pursuant to the ***** (15 U.S.C. 1692c), I hereby revoke your right to contact me via phone, mail, or email regarding this matter. All communication must occur exclusively through the Better Business Bureau (BBB) portal. Any attempt to contact me outside of these terms will be considered harassment and a direct violation of the *****. Failure to comply will leave me no choice but to pursue formal complaints with the ************************************ (****), the ************************ (***), and other regulatory agencies.Business Response
Date: 01/24/2025
Great Lakes Credit Union (****) has researched Mr. ******* complaint regarding the checking account being charged off and reporting to the credit reporting agencies. A re-occurring payment was authorized by Mr. ****** beginning on April 26, 2021, and continued through January 25, 2022 when the checking account was charged off. The account has accurately been reported to the credit bureaus.Initial Complaint
Date:10/15/2024
Type:Customer Service IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
My husband and I purchased a new vehicle with a loan that was provided (or sold to) Great Lakes Credit Union. The execution of the loan and its administration were largely uneventful. Unfortunately, in our household I handle all bills and because my husband makes the money and has the income necessary for a large loan, the loan was only in his name (normally we use both names.) Throughout the life of the loan we tried to get my name added or permission "given" for me to access and receive information. GLCU always has long wait times and usually unhelpful customer service so this was difficult. And even when achieving once, we are back to square one the next time. My husband and I put all my contact info so I could do the online banking, but if ever I call I need him present for "permission." This is annoying and I would caution others in a similar position to AVOID this bank. That said, our loan ended, we were mailed our title and the Great Lakes Credit Union will NOT stop contacting me with tons of marketing spam. I have tried unsubscribing from every feature and every email list I can--but they just keep coming. These are unrelated to our account and are purely Marketing in nature. "Join us for Member Appreciation Day!" "Get more out of your money with higher checking and money market rates!!" It will not stop. I have tried calling multiple times. Today I spoke with ********* R who was rude and told me I didn't have the right to ask to be taken off the list if my husband wants me on it. This is 2024 and I am saying I do not want your email. This should not be tied to husband permission. This is insane.Business Response
Date: 01/23/2025
BBB Response *** ********:
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has researched Ms. ******** complaint regarding marketing solicitations. It has been verified that on October 17, 2024, Mr. ********** account was closed, and the account was coded for no more marketing solicitations.Initial Complaint
Date:06/23/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
5/28/24 9:35pm I went to a chase *** (Not my primary bank) to withdraw some money. Inserted my card input my pin # and requested $500 The money came out of the *** and was drawn back into the machine before i could get it. this receipt was printed and i never received a dime however it was reflected on my account and withdrawn.(i will be filing a complaint against my bank as well shortly after this, details following) I called this bank the following day to explain this issue and dispute. The representative i spoke to told me this is not the first time this has happened with the same *** at this location and they have several cases pending on it. He then told me to inform my bank and they will investigate this charge. I did, they ran an investigation that took 10 days. The money was "temporarily" refunded to my account. Until 6/21/24 when that refund was reversed and my account was deducted $500 out of nowhere. I called my bank to find out what the deal was, they informed me they closed my case saying ***** denied to claim given evidence that i was distributed the money. I went back to the bank and talked to 2 separate representatives. The first told me the *** were not managed by them and i need to file a separate claim with the third party. After showing my receipt, the 2nd representative told me I'd have to Re-Request the claim be investigated further by my bank and provide them with this evidence given that they cant move forward without a claim.I called my bank (great Lakes Credit union) who told me this claim was closed and the fraud **** would not be investigating it any further. So I'm just SOL either way out 500 dollars during a time i need it most and neither of these financial entities are choosing to make this right.Business Response
Date: 07/01/2024
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU)has reviewed the facts and circumstances listed in the complaint related to the *** withdraw concern. GLCUs dispute team completed all actions appropriate to the dispute and followed required credit postings, which were subsequently reversed upon completion of the initial investigation. In response to this submission, **** has re-opened the investigation and will update the member directly at the conclusion of the investigation.Initial Complaint
Date:04/26/2024
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
During the first week of April 2024 looking at my checking account I discovered fraud by **** App. Turns out the fraud had been going on since February 2024. The cash app withdrawals used names very similar to my daughter and husband. My daughter has cash App, but neither me nor my husband use cash App. My husband and daughter have accounts at PNC so that he can keep tabs on her account since she's 17. I use Zelle to send money, so the fraudulent Cash App withdrawals were easy to spot in the list of my bank activity once I researched. I made my bank aware of the fraud and filed a complaint. I was sent a letter denying me restitution of my stolen funds.Business Response
Date: 05/03/2024
**** has reviewed the complaint and investigated the matter at hand.
The investigation found that GLCU followed proper procedures in reviewing the fraud claim information. The decision that was provided to the members in the decision letter remains unchanged.
Initial Complaint
Date:12/01/2023
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
THE DATE OF THIS INFRACTION WAS 11/22/23. I WENT TO THE GREATLAKES CREDIT UNION IN *************, AS I DO REGULARLY TO CASH MY CHECK. I WENT THROUGH THE DRIVE THRU AND I ASKED THE TELLER, A *********** LOOKING WOMAN TO CASH MY CHECK. SHE DEPOSITED THE CHECK INTO MY ACCOUNT. I TELL HER I DID NOT WANT TO DEPOSIT IT, JUST TO CASH IT. SHE SENDS ME A TRANSACTION SLIP AND GOES TO THE ***** AWAY FROM THE DRIVE THRU WINDOW. THIS WOMAN WAS THE ONLY ONE WORKING IN THR DRIVE THRU ON 11/22/23 ALSO. I HAD TO WAIT UNTIL SATURDAY THE 11/25/23 BEFORE I COULD GET ANY MONEY OUT OF MY SAVINGS ACCOUNT. I WAS TOLD THAT A HOLD WAS PUT ON MY PAYROLE CHECK AND NONE HAS BEEN PUT ON ANY OF MY PAYROLE CHECKS SINCE I STARTED BANKING THERE BACK IN FEBRUARY 2023. NOW I CAN'T USE MY ATM CARD WITHOUT IT SAYING I DONT HAVE ANY ***** AVAILABLE. BEFORE THIS LADY DEPOSITED MY CHECK ON THE 11/22/23 I HAD NO PROBLEMS USING MY ATM CARD. I JUST LEFT THE ****** THAT IS WHY IM CONTACTING YOUR OFFICE. ALL I WANT IS MY ACCOUNT BACK THE WAY IT WAS BECAUSE I DONT KNOW WHAT THE WOMAN DID AND THE MANAGER I TALKED TO ON 11/25/23 TOLD ME THE HOLD WAS ON MY PAYROLL CHECK BUT LET ME WITHDRAW FROM MY ACCOUNT. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A HOLD ON MY PAYROLL CHECKS BEFORE SHE DEPOSITED MY PAYROLL CHECK ON 11/22/23. I WANT TO BE ABLE TO USE MY ATM CARD THE WAY I COULD BEFORE 11/22/23 AT ANYTIME ANYWHERE WITHOUT BEING TOLD I DONT HAVE THE ***** IN MY ACCOUNT WHEN I KNOW THE ***** ARE THERE. THANK YOUBusiness Response
Date: 12/13/2023
Dear Sir/Madam:
Great Lakes Credit Union ****** submits the following in response to ***************** complaint regarding check holds.
GLCU has reviewed the complaint and investigated the matter at hand. Our investigation found that the account in question, began receiving check deposits in June 2023. It is GLCUs standard process for all checks to be deposited, then based on funds availability, an applicable withdrawal can be made. In addition, GLCU must verify validity of payroll checks, prior to processing as such and making funds immediately available. For this interaction, GLCU requested to view the accompanying paystub to release the remaining funds on hold. The complainants account was updated to reflect the payer of this deposit, is the regular payroll, ensuring a smoother experience in the future.
GLCU asks that this complaint be dismissed.
Regards,
*************************
Sr.Manager, Member ExperienceInitial Complaint
Date:07/20/2023
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
On March 3 of 2023 I was contacted by ****** in Collections at Great Lakes Credit Union about paying off the balance of my past due credit card. If they received a cashiers check by 3/31/2023 they would mark my account as paid in full. I confirmed the agreement March 24 I mailed the cashiers check, dated 3/24, via **** 2 day shipping, on 3/24, which was delivered 3/27. I received a letter from GLCU via **** ,dated 3/3 that my account had been paid in full and closed. At that point I understood that the matter had been resolved to our mutual satisfaction. I received an email from GLCU dated April 5 that I have missed a payment and was past due. On May 10, 2023 I checked my credit report via my bank. ****, who GLCU had sold my debt to, was reporting my card as open and was now 60 days past due, further damaging my credit score. I contacted **** who informed me that they had not received my payment till May 2 which is when it was posted to my account, thus incurring two months of past due late fees. My account was, and is, in fact still open. I contacted ****** in Collections at GLCU on May 10 who informed me that my account was indeed closed and blamed ****. I contacted **** who blamed ****. I bounced between GLCU and **** each of them continuing to blame the other.I received a letter from the Elan research department dated June 15 providing the documentation that they had in fact not received payment from GLCU till May May 2, and provided me scans of the documentation. Shortly thereafter I started receiving collections calls from Elan about my past due account.I received an email from ****** dated July 10 that she had forwarded your situation to the ** for review. On July 12 I received another collection call from Elan.As of today, July 20, Ive no response from GLCU for a status update from the ** on my issue.Business Response
Date: 08/02/2023
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) submits the following in response to ****************** complaint regarding an outstanding credit card issue.
GLCU has reviewed the complaint and investigated the matter at hand. GLCU began partnering with *********************** in February 2022 to offer credit card services to our members. The investigation found that the complainant paid the credit card in full March 2023. GLCU reached out to Elan to request the outstanding balance of $26.94 to be waived and have the credit bureaus updated to reflect the debt was paid in full during March 2023. *********************** confirmed that the account balance of $26.94 was waived on July 31,2023. In addition, *********************** has sent corrections to the major credit bureaus to update the complainants credit report to reflect accurate payment history following this investigation.
GLCU asks that this complaint be dismissed.Initial Complaint
Date:06/05/2023
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Great Lakes Credit Union ******************************************************************* Account #: ************ This is a formal complaint that Great Lakes Credit Union has been reporting inaccurate and incomplete account information to my credit file. I am distressed that Great Lakes Credit Union have included the referenced inaccurate information on my credit profile. Great Lakes CU have failed to maintain reasonable procedures in their operations to assure maximum possible accuracy in the credit information they report. This account has been paid in full and should not be reflecting negative on my credit files. I am maintaining a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint to the *** if the non-compliance continues. Like, Wenger ** Trans Union Corp., No. 95-6445 (C.D.Cal. No** 14,1995), Great Lakes CU may be liable for your willful non-compliance. Credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only 100% accurate credit information. Every step must be taken to assure the information reported is completely accurate and correct. The following information therefore needs to be reinvestigated. I respectfully request to be provided proof of this alleged item, specifically the original application, contract, note or other instrument bearing my signature. Failing that, the items must be deleted from the report as soon as possible. Under federal law, you have 30 days to complete your reinvestigation. Be advised that the description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information is hereby requested as well. I do not validate this debt. Therefore, the following accounts must be deleted from my report. Failure to respond satisfactorily with deletion of the above referenced account and a free copy of my report after the changes have been made will result in the above actions being taken against your company. This account is inaccurate under 15 U.S.C. ****g validation of debt. Please expedite the removal.Business Response
Date: 06/13/2023
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) submits the following in response to ****** Halls complaint regarding inaccurate credit reporting.
GLCU has reviewed the complaint and investigated the matter at hand. The investigation found that GLCU followed proper procedures in reporting loan information to the credit bureaus. GLCU recommends the complainant reach out to the credit bureaus directly to file a dispute if there is inaccurate information reporting.
**** asks that this complaint be dismissed.
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