Credit card -- Struggling to pay your bill -- Complaint #12780962
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 12780962
Company: Capital One Financial Corporation
Product: Credit card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Struggling to pay your bill
Sub-Issue: Credit card company won't work with you while you're going through financial hardship
State: Kentucky
ZIP Code: 40356
Date Received: 2025-04-01T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-04-01T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Capital One did not offer direct financial relief to me during the COVID-19 pandemic, although they were a financial institution that did have relief options. While Capital One did implement measures such as payment deferrals, fee waivers, and hardship programs for those impacted by the pandemic, I contacted the company several times and was denied for such relief. Working at a store distribution company during the period of store closings and a decline in consumer purchases was a challenging experience. Due to these factors, the company had to cut hours, which affected both the workload and income for employees. The decrease in consumer demand and temporary closures of retail locations led to a reduction in the overall volume of products being distributed. This resulted in fewer hours for staff, and many of us had to adapt to a more unpredictable work schedule. Despite the challenges, I tried to keep my life on track and continue paying off my debt, but the income simply wasn't enough. As late fees and minimum payments began to pile up, I found myself unable to escape the financial strain that COVID-19 had caused.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #12780962 about?
Complaint #12780962 was filed against Capital One Financial Corporation regarding Credit card specifically about Struggling to pay your bill. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-04-01T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Capital One Financial Corporation respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit card) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Capital One Financial Corporation?
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Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.