Can a lender or dealer ask me about my race, color, religion, national origin, or sex?

For non-mortgage transactions, generally, a creditor cannot ask about your race, color, religion, national origin, or sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity).

Submit a complaint with the CFPBIf you believe a creditor has discriminated against you for any reason, you can submit a complaint with the CFPB online or by calling (855) 411-CFPB (2372). You’ll need the dates, amounts, and other details about your complaint before submitting. We’ll provide you a way to monitor the status and progress of your complaint.