Key Takeaways

  • 1,285 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Prepaid card (716).
  • Timely response rate: 95.4%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 19.7% of resolved complaints.
1,285 Total complaints
95.4% Timely response rate
19.7% Consumer disputed rate
Prepaid card Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Prepaid card 716 55.7%
Credit card or prepaid card 480 37.4%
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 39 3.0%
Credit card 21 1.6%
Bank account or service 11 0.9%
Money transfers 8 0.6%
Checking or savings account 5 0.4%
Consumer Loan 2 0.2%
Debt collection 2 0.2%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 1 0.1%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc..

Trouble using the card 454
Problem with a purchase or transfer 195
Problem getting a card or closing an account 172
Unexpected or other fees 113
Fraud or scam 70
Managing, opening, or closing account 65
Unauthorized transactions/trans. issues 52
Trouble using your card 26
Problem with a purchase shown on your statement 20
Adding money 17

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 959 74.6%
Closed with monetary relief 313 24.4%
In progress 7 0.5%
Closed 4 0.3%
Closed with non-monetary relief 2 0.2%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc..

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc.

  1. Contact Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. directly. Many issues can be resolved by calling their customer service line or submitting a written complaint.
  2. File a complaint with the CFPB. Visit consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company must respond within 15 days.
  3. File with your state attorney general. Your state AG's consumer protection division investigates patterns of complaint.
  4. Consult a consumer protection attorney. If you've suffered financial harm, an attorney can advise you on your legal options including potential lawsuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many complaints does Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. have?

    Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. has 1,285 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc.?

    The most common issue reported is Trouble using the card with 454 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc.?

    You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company is required to respond within 15 days. You can also contact your state attorney general or consult a consumer protection attorney.

  • Does Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. respond to complaints on time?

    Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc. has a 95.4% timely response rate, meaning that percentage of complaints received a response within the CFPB's required timeframe.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Consumer Complaint Database. Accessed April 2026.