Key Takeaways

  • 6,712 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Checking or savings account (3,252).
  • Timely response rate: 99.9%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 23.8% of resolved complaints.
6,712 Total complaints
99.9% Timely response rate
23.8% Consumer disputed rate
Checking or savings account Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against Bmo Bank National Association break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Checking or savings account 3,252 48.5%
Mortgage 847 12.6%
Credit card 519 7.7%
Bank account or service 366 5.5%
Vehicle loan or lease 352 5.2%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 326 4.9%
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 231 3.4%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 230 3.4%
Credit card or prepaid card 191 2.8%
Debt collection 162 2.4%
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan 93 1.4%
Consumer Loan 85 1.3%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 38 0.6%
Prepaid card 6 0.1%
Money transfers 5 0.1%
Credit reporting 3 0.0%
Student loan 3 0.0%
Other financial service 2 0.0%
Debt or credit management 1 0.0%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about Bmo Bank National Association.

Managing an account 1,845
Closing an account 544
Opening an account 522
Incorrect information on your report 289
Trouble during payment process 272
Managing the loan or lease 250
Improper use of your report 213
Problem with a lender or other company charging your account 202
Account opening, closing, or management 188
Loan servicing, payments, escrow account 163

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, Bmo Bank National Association responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how Bmo Bank National Association has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 5,032 75%
Closed with monetary relief 967 14.4%
Closed with non-monetary relief 663 9.9%
Closed without relief 27 0.4%
Closed with relief 18 0.3%
Closed 2 0%
Untimely response 2 0%
In progress 1 0%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against Bmo Bank National Association.

State Complaints
Illinois 1,431
California 1,267
Wisconsin 635
Arizona 424
Florida 374
Texas 252
Indiana 207
Minnesota 195
Colorado 159
New York 145
Missouri 123
Nevada 94
Georgia 93
Washington 85
North Carolina 84
Pennsylvania 82
Ohio 78
Virginia 78
New Jersey 73
Iowa 69

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against Bmo Bank National Association

  1. Contact Bmo Bank National Association 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 Bmo Bank National Association have?

    Bmo Bank National Association has 6,712 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about Bmo Bank National Association?

    The most common issue reported is Managing an account with 1,845 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against Bmo Bank National Association?

    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 Bmo Bank National Association respond to complaints on time?

    Bmo Bank National Association has a 99.9% 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 June 2026.