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Check Printing

Harland Clarke Corp.

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 165 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 28 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:05/15/2024

      Type:Billing Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      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 did not re-order checks; however, on 9/20/23 I was charged $90.28. Thinking this was an auto-replenishment, I waited for the checks, but did not receive them. I called multiple numbers but was not able to speak with a person - I could only get the automated system. I sent emails, but was told to call the numbers I had already called and press # to speak with a person. I did that but still got an automated message. I thought I would wait until I needed to order more checks to have this addressed. On 4/17/24, I was charged $95.46 but again, never received checks. If I do place a new order for checks, I'm sure I will be charged, but do not know if I will receive them. I am requesting a refund for a total amount of $185.74.

      Business Response

      Date: 05/22/2024

      Good morning - We appreciate *********************** (First ***************** feedback with her recent experience and apologize for any inconvenience she may have encountered. On May 16, 2024, we successfully reached ********************** to discuss her billing concerns and explained that the phone line would direct consumers to our digital channels (web or phone automated system) or her financial institution for order updates, but we also documented her concerns.  On September 6,2023, ******************* of Pennsylvania placed a deposit ticket order (not a check order), and the account was billed $90.28.  According to *********************, this deposit ticket order was placed without authorization and is uncertain if the order was ever delivered.  However, she confirmed receipt of the April 8, 2024, deposit ticket order.  As a business courtesy, we requested a credit for the September ************* the amount of $90.28 and it was agreed to bill the account accordingly for the April 2024 order.  We appreciate the opportunity to respond to Ms. ********** concerns.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 05/31/2024

      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:05/14/2024

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      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 opened a new account at my financial institution and purchased checks. The checks were to arrive with a basic, black checkbook cover and transaction registers. The checks arrived without either of these. I tried contacting the number provided for "questions or minor corrections regarding THIS package of checks," but was unable to get through. I instead went online and filed a complaint with Harland Clarke (HC). I received a response from HC that I needed to call customer service. I tried to call the number again and was unable to get through. I contacted my financial institution and they informed me that HC should've sent a checkbook cover and transaction registers. I would like HC to send me the checkbook cover and transaction registers that my order was missing.HC checks now come in packs of 40 instead of 24. I'm using an old checkbook cover and the duplicate check flap doesn't fully cover the checks not being used. This damages the duplicate checks. The duplicate check flap also creates a bump when writing out checks since it doesn't fully cover the checks. Switching from 24 to 40 checks per pack is a huge design flaw. Unless HC provides a basic checkbook cover that can accommodate this change, they should revert back to their previous 24 checks per pack.

      Business Response

      Date: 05/28/2024

      Thank you for advising us of ***************************** concerns. She responded to our request for contact.Research confirmed an order was placed for checks and a black vinyl cover.According to **************, she received her checks, but not the cover, nor the transaction registers. ****************** financial institution has ordered her another black vinyl cover.  A complimentary order of transaction registers has been ordered for ************** as well.  We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused.  We have also documented her feedback regarding the plastic insert for her duplicate checkbook cover and her experience contacting Harland Clarke. Thank you for the feedback as we continue to review our internal processes for improvement opportunities. 

      Customer Answer

      Date: 05/28/2024

      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:05/08/2024

      Type:Delivery Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      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 for my checking account from **********************. My address on the checks was incomplete. The checks had my house number and City; but the state and zip code were not printed on the checks. My complete address was on the addressing line of the pack though.*** tried to get in touch with Harland Clarke after I discovered my address was incomplete. There phone system was making it impossible to get in touch with a person.

      Business Response

      Date: 05/31/2024

      We appreciate the BBB giving us the opportunity to resolve the complaint filed by *****************************.  We sincerely regret the printing error on his last order.  As ************** had requested, a replacement order was submitted, and we shipped it via ***** Overnight at no charge.  We contacted ************** today, May 29th, and he was able to confirm receipt of the package last week and stated that the checks were printed correctly.  We apologized for the inconvenience and look forward to his continued patronage.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:05/03/2024

      Type:Delivery Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      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.
      Ordered checks a never received them . Had to close account and get another account . Complete inconvenience. I had to open a whole new account . I want a refund for risk of ID theft and inconvenience.

      Business Response

      Date: 05/20/2024

      Thank you for advising of ********************** concerns.  In our review, Ms. ******* order was placed on March 14, 2024 and shipped the next day 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, we made arrangements with **************** and they submitted a credit for $18 into Ms. ******* new account.  On May 3, 2024, ***** Fargo submitted a replace order for Ms. ******* new account at no cost.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused **************** and appreciate the opportunity to respond to her concerns.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:04/10/2024

      Type:Billing Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      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 order checks through my bank. The from the get-go on their site and my bank shows as me getting charged $30 for checks but today I got a notification that I got charged by these people $87.52 just for a few checks!I would really like a refund and I will try to avoid this company at all cost.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 04/12/2024

      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:04/08/2024

      Type:Delivery Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      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 placed an order for some checks from Harland-Clarke which does ********** I am looking to getting some of that money back because I went to a new bank and they need to refund me for the checks that I wont be using.

      Business Response

      Date: 04/23/2024

      Thank you for advising of ******************************* concerns. Our contact with **************** concluded that Harland Clarke was unable to bill the mentioned charge because his Axos account was already closed.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 04/23/2024

      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:03/25/2024

      Type:Delivery Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      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.
      No quality control. I ordered checks from Harland Clarke in January never received any checks Tried to call with no way to contact customer service. I had my credit union ordered another set of check. No checks again and no way to check on them because they do not provide tracking numbers.I go to change our account cause now we have two sets of checks floating around. My credit union checked into it and found that Harland Clarke had sent the checks to my old address that we have we not lived at for over three years We filled out everything correct but the checks were sent to an old address from a old banks that we have not used for over three years. They have no customer service and no quality control

      Business Response

      Date: 04/03/2024

      Thank you for advising us of *************************************** concern. He responded to our request for contact. We have advised ******************** he had an order in history from 2020 that was delivered to the ***** address he had at that time. When he placed his order January 2024 it was a reorder without changes and therefore shipped to the old ***** address. This order was returned to us and destroyed. Unfortunately, the February 2024 order was placed by the credit union with the same wrong information. We are hopeful this order will be returned but has not been at this time, it would be proper to discuss this order with the financial institution to determine appropriate security measures for the account. The credit union has since placed a corrective order that will be delivered to his credit union's branch. These orders were at no charge to ********************. We will continue to work with ******************** as we discussed with him to finalize resolution. We apologize for any inconvenience ******************** may have encountered.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 04/03/2024

      Complaint: 21474657

      I am rejecting this response because: you have not did what you said you would do.

      Regards,

      ***************************

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:03/18/2024

      Type:Delivery Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      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 01/27/24 placed order for address labels and checks, on 1/30/24 recieved email that product was on the way. I recieved half my order which was the address labels think that I would recieve my checks a few days later but checks never came on 2/7/24 HarlandClarke with **** $47.54 and $31.18 from my checking account, one for labels and the other for checks. I have tried via email and phone to resolve, the phone has no human to talk to and you cant reply to their emails for they dont go through. I just want what I paid for, I have not had a problem in the past.

      Business Response

      Date: 04/01/2024

      We attempted to contact ************************* via email on March 21st and March 28th to gather more information to assist with his concerns.  As of March 29, 2024, we have not received a response. This review has been documented for future reference.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:03/15/2024

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      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.
      Had to order REG AC checks (ACCT ************ on 02/01/2024, Two-day delivery Charge $75.32. Checks did not arrive until 02/05/2024. Checks arrived 4th day (NOT 2 - DAY). I called and spoke to your repre, *****, on 05 Feb. I submitted my complaint. Requested a Refund since delivery NOT made in 2-days. We finally agreed to a $56.76 Refund. I DID NOT RECEIVE THE REFUND. REGIONS BANK CHARGED ME $75.32 ON MAR STATEMENT. I expect an adjustment/credit of min $58.76 or a total REFUND of $75.32,Your corrective action required. *************************

      Customer Answer

      Date: 03/20/2024

      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:03/15/2024

      Type:Billing Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      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 through my bank which used Harland Clarke. I received an invoice for $30, which is ridiculous for checks, and was fine with that. Now I see they actually charged me $33.72. I am assuming the increase was due to taxes, but I am unsure. The difference is not huge, but I am rather angry that I was told I would be charged one amount and was actually charged a higher amount. I have been on the phone for at least 45 minutes trying to reach a human to explain the charges but I've been sent in circles in their terrible customer service maze. This has been a very frustrating experience and I'd recommend avoiding Harland Clarke if you can help it.

      Business Response

      Date: 03/28/2024

      We attempted to contact ************************* via email on March 18th and via phone on March 26th to gather more information to assist with her concerns.  As of March 28, 2024, we have not received a response. This complaint has been documented for future reference.

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