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Wescom Credit Union

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Complaints

Customer Complaints Summary

  • 14 total complaints in the last 3 years.
  • 4 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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  • Initial Complaint

    Date:08/19/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    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 petition adjustments regarding my recent experience with Wescom Credit Union at **** branch. In May 2025, I applied for a Tech Loan to purchase a laptop from **** store, specifying clearly that I would be picking it up this August. Despite approval and clarifying the pick up date, the loan was later rescinded for reasons that were not clearly communicated to ***** process the initial loan, a hard inquiry was made, which affected my credit score. Now, after I have picked up the laptop, Ive been informed that although the loan is approved, I need to reapply and undergo another a hard inquiry credit check. This would result in two hard inquiries for the same $2,000 computer loan, which I believe is unreasonable.I want to clarify that this is not a complaint against the staff, as they have been very kind and helpfulespecially at the local branch inside ****. However, I am respectfully requesting that a second hard inquiry not be required for the same loan. The first inquiry is already reflected on my credit report and has lowered my score. I would gladly accept a soft inquiry if that is possible.If not, I will have to return the laptop, which would be a disappointing outcome. In this case, I request from Wescom bank to remove the hard inquiry from my credit report. As this would mean I endured the negative impact of a hard inquiry without ultimately receiving the loan, nor the lap top despite the initial approval.Thank you for your time and understanding.

    Business Response

    Date: 08/20/2025

    We are in receipt of the consumers complaint about the need for a second hard credit inquiry related to the **** Technology Loan they are looking to acquire.  The requirement for a second credit application and hard inquiry is due to the timing of the two applications submitted.  The original was from May 2025 followed by the second request made 3 months later in August 2025.  Our policy is for credit reports obtained to be good for 60 days.  Having reviewed the entire situation and the duplicated nature of the same loan request, we will be removing the first credit hard inquiry as a goodwill response for the consumer.  This satisfies the request to have only one credit inquiry and takes approximately 2 3 weeks for the credit agencies to update their records.
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/30/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    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.
    This complaint is in reference to an inaccurate charge-off reported by Wescom Credit Union under account number ************, listing a balance of $974.00. The reporting on this tradeline is flawed, with unresolved discrepancies surrounding the date of last payment, balance aging, and payment history. I have formally disputed this account multiple times and received nothing more than vague responses with no supporting evidence or verifiable documentation. Wescom, as the data furnisher, is bound by 15 U.S. Code 1681s-2 to report only accurate, complete, and verifiable information. Furthermore, the credit bureaus are required under 15 U.S. Code 1681e(b) to use reasonable procedures to ensure the data is correct. Wescoms response violated 15 U.S. Code 1681i by failing to conduct a lawful and reasonable reinvestigation. Given the increasing risk of data breaches, I believe it is likely that this tradeline is linked to one such incident where my personal data may have been compromised. Wescoms failure to verify the accuracy or legitimacy of this account is unacceptable. I am demanding that this inaccurate reporting be corrected immediately in full compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

    Business Response

    Date: 05/06/2025

    We have reviewed our records and have found that no prior disputes are showing with Wescom or with the vendor working this account and historical data has been reported accurately.   All letters and/or offers have been mailed to the address we have on record.   Wescom is also responding to Mr. **** directly with specifics to maintain his privacy on this public forum.
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/09/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    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 formally address a troubling experience I had at your ******** branch on April 4, 2025. I believe that I have encountered discriminatory practices that violate California penal code regarding equitable banking practices.Upon my arrival, I was met with a dismissive and unprofessional demeanor from an employee named ******* *****. As a senior citizen, I kindly requested that my dealer stay with me during the transaction for assistance. In response, Ms. ***** shouted that they had to leave, despite my insistence that it was acceptable for the dealer to remain. I felt my personal rights were violated in this exchange.Ultimately, Ms. ***** asked me to leave the bank, claiming she was off-duty and walking out herself. When I requested assistance from other staff members, she shouted, "No."Approximately 30 minutes later, I received a call alleging that I was practicing fraud and that no further assistance could be provided, without any explanation. I assure you, there is nothing fraudulent about my *************** a senior citizen receiving Social Security and having recently started a maintenance position, I provided proof of payment from a legitimate small company. This documentation is genuine, even though the company does not use ADP and generates pay stubs through word processing software. Moreover, my credit score is over 700, and I have no delinquencies.

    Business Response

    Date: 04/18/2025

    We appreciate this matter being brought to our attention.  After further researching the transactions mentioned in the complaint, we can assure you that Wescom did not engage in discriminatory practices.    Our staff is trained to keep our members interest and financial safety in mind with every interaction.  Our team member that assisted you followed our company policies and procedures for these types of transactions. 
    Wed be happy to assist you with your auto loan needs. If youd like to discuss other options, please contact me directly at **********************. 
    Sincerely,
    ******* *****
    SVP, Branch Operations
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/21/2025

    Type:Order Issues
    Status:
    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 not responsible for the debt alleged by WESCOM CU. There is no agreement between me and WESCOM CU, and they have not provided the original contract as requested.

    Business Response

    Date: 04/02/2025

    Due to the personal nature of the complaint, we have replied directly to the member and consider the matter closed.
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/01/2024

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    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 teaching out to get my vehicle back. I have paid for it for over 2yrs and now the bank claims the cat is "unavailable", which is not true. I would only like to talk to the manager or upper management since there are other issues that have not be resolved

    Business Response

    Date: 03/08/2024

    We have responded to *************************** in written form and have mailed our correspondence to her via regular mail and via overnight mail on 03/08/2024.   

    Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have or information you may need. 

    Customer Answer

    Date: 05/10/2024

    My response would be I did not receive their written letter so I would like the case reopened. I really cant say more because they have not returned the stolen funds and I have no letter to see their response.  I have no problem with them discussing the issue publicly via the BBB so they do not need to continue to waste time.

     

    Thank you so much!

    Alisha 

    Business Response

    Date: 05/20/2024

    Wescom Credit Union has responded to the initial complaint and the most current complaint.   The following is what was included in both communications.  We have mailed both letters to ************** this evening.

    March 8, 2024

    ***********************
    **********************************************************************


    Re:  BBB Complaint # ********

    Dear **************:

    We are in receipt of the request you submitted to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) on February 29, 2024.   The information you provided was in regard to an auto, or an auto loan serviced by Wescom Credit Union (Wescom).

    We have reviewed your inquiry along with our records and we are writing to inform you that we are unable to identify a vehicle loan in your name that was granted by Wescom.  Please provide additional information which confirms Wescom granted you the vehicle loan in question.

    Please be advised that we are unable to disclose any account information to anyone other than the Wescom member to which a loan has been granted for the vehicle in question.

    Should you wish to discuss this matter further, or provide information requested above, please feel free to contact our Collections Manager, *********************, at ************ or at **********************************

    Sincerely,
    *****************************
    Vice President
    Loan Servicing and Default Management

    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    May 20, 2024

    ***********************
    **********************************************************************


    Re:  BBB Complaint # ********

    Dear **************:

    We are in receipt of the complaint filed with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) on May 10, 2024, in which you shared that you did not receive our response of March 8, 2024 and that you would like the case reopened.   Our previous response was in regard to an auto, or an auto loan serviced by Wescom Credit Union (Wescom).  A copy of our March 8, 2024 correspondence to you is attached.

    As a reminder, we have reviewed your inquiry along with our records and we are writing to inform you that we are unable to identify a vehicle loan in your name that was granted by Wescom.  Should you have additional information which confirms Wescom granted you the vehicle loan in question, please provide that information to us.  

    Should you wish to discuss this matter further, or provide information requested above, please feel free to contact our Director of ******************* *********************, at ************ or at **********************************

    Sincerely,
    *****************************
    Vice President
    Loan Servicing and Default Management

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:02/08/2024

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    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 recently reviewed my credit report, I have found inaccurate information from Wescom Credit Union. I did not recieve a **** form from Wescom Credit Union, this is a violation of 15 usc ****eb.

    Business Response

    Date: 02/09/2024

    We have received, researched and responded to our member in written form, mailed to him today.  We addressed his concerns and provided contact information for him to contact us directly with any additional concerns he may have or additional information he may need.

    Customer Answer

    Date: 02/12/2024

     
    Complaint: 21263192

    I am rejecting this response because:

    I contacted Wescom Credit Union and asked for them to investigate & remove the inaccurate account from my consumer report that they are illegally reporting and I requested specifically the alleged original application bearing my signature and they have not been able to provide such proof to me. This is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and these disputed items may not appear on my credit report if they can't be verified by any evidence or proof.

    Sincerely,

    *************************

    Business Response

    Date: 02/15/2024

    We have responded in written form to our members rejection of our previous response and explanation. We have also provided the signed documentation requested in the rejection notification.   We now consider this matter closed.
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:01/16/2024

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    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.
    Please see attached documents.

    Business Response

    Date: 01/22/2024

    We have responded with written communication directly to our Member and have addressed the concerns raised in the complaint filed with the Better Business Bureau.

    Customer Answer

    Date: 01/23/2024

     
    Complaint: 21149393

    I am rejecting this response because I am demanding The BBB serve as witness to the communication and resolving this complaint, as Wescom has previously failed to address this issue properly.

    Sincerely,

    *******************************

    Business Response

    Date: 01/29/2024

    We have again researched our members concerns and have responded directly to our member with written communication.  We consider this matter closed.  

    Customer Answer

    Date: 01/30/2024

     
    Complaint: 21149393

    I am rejecting this response because this company provided contact information for a debt collector that is not reachable. I am demanding a response from the business and have the BBB serve as a witness. 

    Sincerely,

    *******************************
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:12/12/2023

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    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 deeply concerned about the sharing of my nonpublic information with credit bureaus and the resulting inaccuracies on my credit report. This situation has caused significant financial and emotional distress.Under 15 USC **** Section 602, I have the right to financial privacy, and I expect my information to remain confidential.Furthermore, 15 USC **** Section 604(a)(2) states that a consumer reporting agency cannot furnish account information without my written instructions, which I have not provided.I have identified inaccuracies on my credit report from WESCOM CU, impacting my financial well-being. I request these inaccuracies be corrected promptly.Lastly, please remember 15 USC 1666(b), which prohibits treating payments on a credit card account as late under certain circumstances.For reference, my account details are as follows:Account Number: ************I request a thorough review of my account, prompt correction of credit report inaccuracies, and strict adherence to federal laws regarding my information.Failure to address these issues may compel further legal action. I anticipate your prompt response and resolution to these concerns.Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.Sincerely,*************************

    Business Response

    Date: 12/18/2023

    We have received your Better Business Bureau (BBB) complaint and have reviewed our records. The information that Wescom provided the Credit ****************** was accurate.  Should you have documentation showing our information was inaccurate, please provide it to us for review and confirmation. Additionally,the Wescom Membership Agreement states, The Account Owner(s) also authorizes the Credit Union to furnish information concerning the account to consumer reporting agencies.  We are mailing you a letter with more detailed information on your account(s) along with a copy of your membership application, membership agreement, and including our contact information where you can directly reach out for any additional questions. 
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:10/26/2023

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    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 core issue centers around a series of fraudulent transactions that occurred through a stolen debit card between July 27, 2023 and August 5, 2023. These unauthorized transactions led to significant financial losses and a distressing lack of responsiveness from Wescom Credit Union.I took immediate action by reporting these fraudulent transactions in writing to the Wescom Credit Union - *********** branch and the Wescom Credit Union ***************** Regrettably, my case was met with a lack of urgency and diligence. The investigation carried out by Wescom's fraud department was inadequate, and their nonchalant attitude during phone conversations only exacerbated the situation.

    Business Response

    Date: 11/03/2023

    Dear **********************,
    We are currently researching and reviewing your situation, and a member of our Member ***************************** will be in contact with you within the next week. We apologize for any inconvenience or delay in resolving your concern.  We value your membership and will be in contact with you soon.
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/14/2023

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    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 employment status changed due to FMLA leave on 9/30/2022 which directly affected direct deposit amounts to my account as a overdraft protected Signature member of this banking establishment. Since that date, there have been over 20 overdraft charges that previously would not have been charged. I have been an account holder in good standing since 2016. On 2/17/2023 I was diagnosed with a malignant breast tumor. I continued to try and rectify all fees that accrued on the account. However, on 3/3/2023 they denied a $5 debit card charge (covered with my overdraft protection) and charged a $30 fee for their inconvenience. As an admittance of their error, they refunded $90 (three overdraft charges) but did not change the status of my rejected life insurance.

    Business Response

    Date: 03/20/2023

    We are very sorry to hear of our members recent diagnosis and regret that the status of this account is adding to her difficulties at this time.
    Overdrafts on this account have been a regular occurrence since at least 2020, as have our members requests for refund of fees.  We have refunded overdraft fees of $450.00 in the past year alone. The account has a limit to the amount it can be overdrawn.The negative balance on the account reached that limit prior to presentment of the item in question. The $5.00 item was a pre-authorized debit for AD&D insurance and not a debit card charge for Life Insurance.  Returning the item unpaid was not an error. The refund of $90 in fees to which the member refers was another in a series of our goodwill gestures and attempts to provide assistance.   
    Notes on the account indicate that we have recommended  to the member that she discontinue automatic debits against the account and to cease using her card when the balance is already negative.  

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