Key Takeaways

  • 451 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Checking or savings account (179).
  • Timely response rate: 98.2%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 16.5% of resolved complaints.
451 Total complaints
98.2% Timely response rate
16.5% Consumer disputed rate
Checking or savings account Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against East West Bank break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Checking or savings account 179 39.7%
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 119 26.4%
Mortgage 74 16.4%
Bank account or service 55 12.2%
Credit card or prepaid card 5 1.1%
Credit card 4 0.9%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 3 0.7%
Debt collection 3 0.7%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 3 0.7%
Consumer Loan 2 0.4%
Student loan 2 0.4%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 1 0.2%
Prepaid card 1 0.2%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about East West Bank.

Managing an account 101
Fraud or scam 75
Closing an account 50
Other transaction problem 25
Deposits and withdrawals 22
Account opening, closing, or management 21
Applying for a mortgage or refinancing an existing mortgage 19
Problem with a lender or other company charging your account 14
Trouble during payment process 14
Struggling to pay mortgage 12

Company Response Breakdown

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

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 410 90.9%
Closed 33 7.3%
Closed with relief 5 1.1%
Closed with monetary relief 3 0.7%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against East West Bank.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against East West Bank

  1. Contact East West Bank 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 East West Bank have?

    East West Bank has 451 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about East West Bank?

    The most common issue reported is Managing an account with 101 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against East West Bank?

    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 East West Bank respond to complaints on time?

    East West Bank has a 98.2% 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.