Ken
Colorado,#2Consumer Suggestion
Sun, September 09, 2012
This is a standard practice at gas stations as they reserve and amount in your account that would cover the largest purchase a customer is likely to incur.
It's NOT a charge, only a hold on the funds until payment clears.
I haven't heard of any stations doing this on Credit card charges, as they are covered when the card is okayed.
I NEVER use my debit card at the pump, specifically so I don't need to deal with this "inconvenience."