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Harland Clarke Corp.Headquarters
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Customer Complaints Summary
- 162 total complaints in the last 3 years.
- 30 complaints closed in the last 12 months.
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Initial Complaint
Date:07/15/2025
Type:Delivery 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.
On July 9, I ordered checks online through my NFCU account that is linked to Harland Clarke. I received a confirmation email with an *** of July 16th. I have checked the status of my order twice and as of July 15th it has not shipped yet. The online status now shows an ETA of July 22. The Harland Clarke website where I placed my order clearly states "Note: Checks usually ship within 1-2 business days of the order date." We are well past 1-2 business days from the order date.Business Response
Date: 07/22/2025
Thank you for advising of ******* ********* concerns. Upon our attempt to contact Mr. ******** he replied to our email that he received his shipping confirmation email with the tracking number and stated the complaint can be closed out. During our research of the matter, we confirmed our production plant recently experienced some delays and has addressed this issue. We appreciate the opportunity to respond to Mr. ********* concerns and apologize for any inconvenience he may have encountered.Customer Answer
Date: 07/22/2025
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.
Regards,
******* *******Initial Complaint
Date:07/08/2025
Type:Product 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.
The last two times I've ordered checks from this shoddy organization they don't provide the product that I've ordered, only about half of the product is correct. Therefore I want my money back and I no longer want to order from them but I'm CAPTIVE because ********************* has utilized them as a third party provider and they are shoddy, lame, inadequate, erroneous and a complete rip off. Neither **************** nor they will contact me in order to explain the problem. I want my money back and I want a GUARANTEE that they will provide the correct product next time. Its maddening, and it keeps happening, and there's no recourse against them apparently. What a RIP OFF.Business Response
Date: 07/22/2025
Thank you for advising of ********************************* concerns. On July 10th, we made contact with her to discuss her concerns. A complete complimentary order has been provided to Ms. ******* and the production plant has been notified of her product concerns. As a courtesy, credits have been issued for her last two orders as well. We apologize for any inconvenience she may have encountered and appreciate the opportunity to respond.Customer Answer
Date: 07/22/2025
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.And actually, they DID contact me multiple times, and did what I needed them to do, and I received the new product in a matter of days, and then sent back the old product so they could review it and see what went wrong on their end. A good job of recovering for their errors all in all.
Thank you for your help also.
Regards,
******** *******Initial Complaint
Date:05/21/2025
Type:Delivery 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 ordered checks on April 9 and received a shipping confirmation email on April 15th that the order was shipped but that the order was listed as with shipping "standard non trackacble." However below that it said a tracking number may be available after 24 hours. The email also said delivery would be expected by April 22. It is now May 21 and I have not received any update on the status of my order, nor have I received my checks. I seek to know the status of this order. Including tracking number and present location of my checks, or a refund. I have tried to contact customer service by phone and online and have been unable to reach a human being. Are my checks lost in the mail? Are they showing as been delivered because I never received them. Please respond.Business Response
Date: 06/04/2025
Thank you for advising of ******* ********** concerns. On 5/29/25 we made contact with Mr. ********** wife at the provided phone number in the complaint. The discussion with Mr. ********** wife confirmed the order shipped to the correct address and non-trackable delivery was chosen in lieu of our trackable methods. We have also confirmed the order was produced and shipped without incident. Due to the amount of time that has passed since the order left our facility, this order is deemed lost within ***** and it would be proper to report the lost order to the financial institution to determine appropriate security measures for the account. Mr. ********** wife will be in contact with us for final resolution needs after speaking with their financial institution. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.Initial Complaint
Date:05/07/2025
Type:Product 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 had a Harland Clarke issued debit-gift card given to me on 04/22/25, which I was told was in the amount of $50.00. I called the number to active the card and it stated the amount was $45.00, unsure why. I then tried to use the card again on 05/07/25 for $45.00 and it was declined again. I found a number to call and the representative said it had been assessed $5.00 for 04/01 and 05/01 due to inactivity because it had been inactive for 12 months. I just received this card at a *************** on 04/22/25!!. The person told me to login to ************************************** and it comes back as a bad website. This is absurd not to be able to contact anyone but they are able to assess inactivity fees for cards that (145) people just received at this recent conference.Business Response
Date: 05/20/2025
Thank you for advising of ******* Tokarczyks concerns. We attempted to contact ******* ********* via email & by phone to gather more information. As of May 20, 2025, we have not heard back from ******* *********. This complaint has been documented for future reference.Initial Complaint
Date:05/05/2025
Type:Customer Service 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.
Bought checks through my bank who uses this company. My checks do not contain my last name on them. Tried contacting them via the number listed on the front of the checks that advise not use if not correct. I have been on hold and am still currently on hold right now. It has been 1 hour and 48 minutes....without any human contact....just saying your call will be answered shortly and advertising their secure checks.Anyway, I need to get this resolved and it is very sad that any business would have a customer on hold for over an hour, much less two hours!Business Response
Date: 05/19/2025
Thank you for advising of **** ******** concerns regarding his check order and the long hold times he experienced. Successful contact was made with Mr. ****** on May 8th, and he advised that he has received a corrected check order. On Monday, May 5, 2025, we experienced a phone system update that effected the call experience causing longer hold times than we would typically prefer. Our workforce team monitors hold times carefully and adjust schedules as needed to reduce any impact on clients and customers. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.Customer Answer
Date: 05/20/2025
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.
Regards,
**** ******Initial Complaint
Date:04/28/2025
Type:Delivery 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 ordered 60 checks on Sunday April 27, 2025 through the **************** website at about 7:00 p.m. . I was supposed to get my checks free of charge. I immediately learned that I was being charged $30 for 60 check. Within one hour I sent an e-mail to Harland requesting that the order be canceled. I called **************** customer service first thing Monday morning to be sure the order was canceled. I was told by a **************** representative that even though I sent an e-mail immediately after placing my order it was too late to cancel and that would be charged the $30.00.Business Response
Date: 05/08/2025
Thank you for advising of ****** ********* concerns. **************** prefers to manage this type of complaint regarding the cost of orders and requesting a refund for orders. On April 30, 2025, we connected with the bank to inform them of the BBB Complaint. They confirmed on May 7, 2025, that on April 29, 2025, Mr. ******* visited his local branch where the banker assisted him with explaining the terms of his account does not include free checks however, as a courtesy, refunded the cost of Mr. ********* order.
In regard to Mr. ******* emailing his request to cancel his order, unfortunately this is not an accessible method. All order requests must be received by phone. Another option is to notify their respective financial institution for assistance. His complaint has been documented. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused Mr. ******* and appreciate the opportunity to respond.Initial Complaint
Date:04/26/2025
Type:Delivery 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 ordered checks on April 14, 2025, through my credit union, *********************************. I paid ****** Clarke from my account. ********************** has access to my personal and financial information. I received an email indicating that these checks were dispatched on April 19th but that the order was untrackable and any questions need to be directed to my bank. It is now the 27th and no checks in sight and no checks in my possession. I seek to know the status of this order. Including tracking number and present location of my checks.Business Response
Date: 05/05/2025
We appreciate *** ******* feedback on her check order experience. In our review, Ms. ******* order was placed on April 14, 2025, and shipped on April 19, 2025, with non-trackable standard **** delivery; approximate delivery timeframe of two weeks. We confirmed the order was not returned to Harland Clarke and, consequently, is considered lost in the mail. As a business courtesy, a reprint with the next check range was submitted on April 29, 2025, and delivered via ***** on May 1, 2025. Harland Clarke respectfully recommends, for the security of the account that Ms. ****** contact her financial institution, *********************************, if this has not already been done, for help with placing a stop payment on the lost check order and or any other precautionary measures their financial institution may recommend. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused Ms. ****** and appreciate the opportunity to respond to her concerns.Initial Complaint
Date:04/15/2025
Type:Delivery 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.
Checks were ordered mid-March and should have been here by April 1st. I have tried repeatedly by emailing, calling and waiting on hold for an hour+, leaving a message, multiple times each. I have not received a response after trying to have someone contact me for 14 days. I don't know if the checks were delivered somewhere else, I don't know if the checks are lost in the mail, I don't know anything at all. There has been NO communication from the business. I'd like a full refund as well as an explanation as to why no one has responded to my many requests for assistance.Initial Complaint
Date:04/11/2025
Type:Delivery 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 ordered checks from Harland Clarke (through ******************** on Feb. 20, 2025. I was sent a text message from ******************* indicating that the order had been placed, shipped on 2/24, and delivered on 2/26 - however I only noticed these texts recently. I went into ******************* a few times to check on my delivery status, and each time I was told that the checks were on their way. After waiting almost two months, I called First ******** and asked a ***resentative to place the order and have it delivered to the bank. I suspect there are other incidents of this occurring b/c I believe I placed another order that I didn't receive (or received partial order) in Nov 2024. Anyway, the bank *** emailed me the tracking info and explained that *** would do this one-time courtesy for me and that they had to charge me because the order was delivered according to the *** website - which identified the *** and **** tracking numbers. She also asked me to research why this occurred. I checked the tracking numbers in *** and **** and they did say the order had been delivered - although I never got it.?.. I then checked another global tracking website (*******************) and it appeared as if it was never shipped. I asked chatgpt and it appeared to agree with this global tracking website - indicating that Harland Clarke never shipped the product even though a fake delivery history exists in *** and ***** I might need to file additional complaints based on what I find out.. I would like my $30 back and I would like to see the tracking number of the checks I ordered in Nov 2024. My understanding is that they print checks at their corporate office - which is either in ***** (?**********************************************************) or ******* (?****************************************). The number given by chatgpt is **************. Thanks for researching my complaint.Business Response
Date: 04/22/2025
Thank you for advising ******************** concerns. We attempted to reach Ms. ******* via the provided phone number and email to gather more information and discuss her concerns. As of April 22, 2025, we have not received a response but would be happy to further discuss additional details specific to her experience. After additional research, the November order mentioned in the complaint was produced in November 2023 and is too old to research. Additionally, her February 20, 2025 order shows delivered on February 27, 2025. Since she has reported non-receipt of that order it would be considered lost. It would be proper to report any missing check numbers to the financial institution to determine appropriate security measures for the account. A credit was issued for Ms. ******** February 20, ************* the total amount of $33.03. Credits are processed within 2 weeks back to her account. A replacement order was placed by her financial institution and delivered on April 17, 2025. We appreciate the opportunity to respond.Initial Complaint
Date:04/11/2025
Type:Delivery IssuesStatus:UnresolvedMore 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.
Checks were ordered for a fairly large business. Shipped to an address in the wrong state for no apparant reason. Checks were delivered and signed for by someone at the location they were shipped to.
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