Key Takeaways

  • 288 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Checking or savings account (138).
  • Timely response rate: 99.3%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 26.5% of resolved complaints.
288 Total complaints
99.3% Timely response rate
26.5% Consumer disputed rate
Checking or savings account Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against Firstbank break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Checking or savings account 138 47.9%
Bank account or service 65 22.6%
Mortgage 19 6.6%
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 17 5.9%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 11 3.8%
Credit card or prepaid card 9 3.1%
Debt collection 9 3.1%
Credit card 8 2.8%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 6 2.1%
Other financial service 2 0.7%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 2 0.7%
Consumer Loan 1 0.3%
Debt or credit management 1 0.3%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about Firstbank.

Managing an account 69
Account opening, closing, or management 36
Problem with a lender or other company charging your account 20
Closing an account 17
Problem caused by your funds being low 17
Deposits and withdrawals 13
Fraud or scam 13
Opening an account 12
Incorrect information on your report 11
Problems caused by my funds being low 10

Company Response Breakdown

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

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 192 66.7%
Closed with monetary relief 63 21.9%
Closed with non-monetary relief 16 5.6%
Closed 11 3.8%
Closed without relief 5 1.7%
Closed with relief 1 0.3%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against Firstbank.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against Firstbank

  1. Contact Firstbank 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 Firstbank have?

    Firstbank has 288 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about Firstbank?

    The most common issue reported is Managing an account with 69 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against Firstbank?

    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 Firstbank respond to complaints on time?

    Firstbank has a 99.3% 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.